> From: "Chris" <http://www.picis.com/~Chris> > Date: Fri, 27 Apr 2007 09:52:32 -0400 > > I started installing vanilla Debian the basic version this morning. > Tonight I'll see how it went. Yeah. It takes a while to download everything. I love how the entire install can be done via the network. That's one of the things that makes Debian great. Did you already choose the "stable" ("etch") distribution? If not, you should instead choose "unstable" ("sid"). I find it more flexible. When it gets to the point where it asks what kind of set up you'd like, make sure you choose "desktop". That should give you everything. > By the way, Mom sent you a package at the end of last week. > Do you get it yet? No.