How To Get Linux

This page has some resources for both purchasing low-cost distributions of Linux, or where you can obtain the CD images (called ISO files) in order to make your own CDs or boot floppies.

You can also purchase boxed sets of Linux (often including manuals) through FrooGle : Linux or your local computer software store. Often, LUG members are able to purchase distributions directly at a discount.

If you are looking for low-cost CDs (e.g. $1 to $2 each, no shipping charges) then we can point you to the following locations:

The Linux and BSD Store

• http://www.linuxandbsd.com/
• This little startup last November was discovered to be incubating in the Rolla, MO area.
• They have over 50 distributions available for as little as $2 per CD (shipping is included)
• They have commercial distributions as well, such as SuSE and Mandrake
• They plan to have 7 distributions of BSD available as well
• Please give Doyle McClellan a warm "Howdy" and tell him ArchLUG sent you

If you are looking for ISO images to download and burn your own CDs, then we can point you to the following locations:

Linux ISO

• http://www.linuxiso.org/
• They currently have 47 distributions available
• They issue redirects to a nearby mirror for the distribution in question
• Quick and easy if you know the distribution you want

DistroWatch

• http://www.distrowatch.com/
• A huge collection of distributions
• Each distribution has a nice page with a description and the home page
• Lists feature and package comparison charts for different versions of each distribution
• Each distribution page will have a link to the official location to download it