First of all you have to decide what you want to do with Linux, because Linux is perfect for servers and workstations. If you'd like to use Linux as replacement for your Windows workstation then this is the place to be. People who want to install a Linux server have to look elsewhere.
Because this blog is mainly for beginners, I have decided to stick to one Linux distribution only, which is based on Debian Linux. It's called Ubuntu, and I'm using version 8.10 (Intrepid).
Ubuntu is one of the most user friendly Linux distributions with excellent hardware support and a large worldwide user network. This means that getting support is very easy, and getting updates and fixes don't take to long.
You can get a free copy of Ubuntu 8.10 at the following location: http://www.ubuntu.com/getubuntu/download
When your copy has been downloaded, you should have an ISO file. Burn this ISO file to a CD. You can also decide to install Linux first in a virtual environment and then you can just mount the ISO file to your virtual image. It's up to you.
The installation is pretty straight forward. I don't think it's necessary to explain the installation. Do have in mind that the installation can remove your whole Windows partition, so be careful! Installing Linux on a dual boot computer works with me, but you have to know what you're doing. Formatting the hard disk is usually easier. Also keep in mind that Linux will ask for a Swap partition. Usually this is the size of your RAM. So for the average users it should be aroung 2GB until 4GB. Linux will manage this anyway, so it's better to make it a little bit bigger then necessary.
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