I'm trying to set up a Linux system on my computer that is currently running Windows XP Pro purely to cross compile my BlitzMax apps. What Linux distribution would you recommend for me, i.e. one which:
1) Is the easiest to get set-up without formatting my only HDD?
2) Is less intrusive on my system (i.e. I could install it to a USB pen or something)?
3) Works best with BlitzMax and is Max friendly?
4) Is best for a so-far dedicated Windows user that gets scared by the likes of Linux filenames and directory paths :P etc.
5) Is very cheap or free? :)
Please help, I've tried DSL (Damn Small Linux) and Knoppix to no avail.
Any ideas greatly appreciated,
Seb
1) Is the easiest to get set-up without formatting my only HDD?
2) Is less intrusive on my system (i.e. I could install it to a USB pen or something)?
3) Works best with BlitzMax and is Max friendly?
4) Is best for a so-far dedicated Windows user that gets scared by the likes of Linux filenames and directory paths :P etc.
5) Is very cheap or free? :)
Please help, I've tried DSL (Damn Small Linux) and Knoppix to no avail.
Any ideas greatly appreciated,
Seb