Login or Register to Ask a Question and Join Our Community


UNIX for Dummies Questions & Answers

Converting a Windows system to a UNIX system

 
Thread Tools Search this Thread
Top Forums UNIX for Dummies Questions & Answers Converting a Windows system to a UNIX system
# 1  
Old 09-15-2008
Converting a Windows system to a UNIX system
Hello

I am looking for advise on how to convert a windows based computer system into a UNIX based operating system.. I would like to be able to learn UNIX better than I know it and work didn't allow me to work with UNIX much.
Is there a book where I could learn how to accomplish that conversion? Any advise would be greatly appreciated.

baksg1995
# 2  
Old 09-15-2008
conversion in the sense??
you can go for some run time live CD's like ubuntu..
and Advanced Bash-Scripting Guide this will help you..
# 3  
Old 09-15-2008
So I can run UNIX right on the windows system by using a CD. I was told I would have to partition the hard drive, download UNIX onto that new partition and use a A/B switch to switch from Windows to a UNIX operating system. How do I get a copy of ubuntu?

baksg1995
# 4  
Old 09-15-2008
Quote:
Originally Posted by baksg1995
So I can run UNIX right on the windows system by using a CD. I was told I would have to partition the hard drive, download UNIX onto that new partition and use a A/B switch to switch from Windows to a UNIX operating system. How do I get a copy of ubuntu?

baksg1995
its free you can either download it or you can request for free CD
Get Ubuntu - Download, request a CD, or buy on CD/DVD | Ubuntu
this is run time CD so no need of installation
# 5  
Old 09-15-2008
Thanks
I will check that out and may I post further question as I endevor into the world of UNIX.
baksg1995
# 6  
Old 09-15-2008
definately yes.
# 7  
Old 09-17-2008
Quote:
Originally Posted by baksg1995
Hello

I am looking for advise on how to convert a windows based computer system into a UNIX based operating system.. I would like to be able to learn UNIX better than I know it and work didn't allow me to work with UNIX much.
Is there a book where I could learn how to accomplish that conversion? Any advise would be greatly appreciated.

baksg1995
I would recommend you to have a look about OpenSolaris. It is a competitor of GNU/Linux but it is a true descendant of unix.
 
Login or Register to Ask a Question

Previous Thread | Next Thread

10 More Discussions You Might Find Interesting

1. UNIX for Beginners Questions & Answers

Migrating jobs from COBOL Mainframe system to UNIX system

In a nutshell requirement is to migrate the system from mainframe environment to UNIX environment (MF cobol would be used I guess). I have not much of idea in this field. I need to do some investigation on following points - - Ease of conversion - Known Data compatibility issue - Issue in... (9 Replies)
Discussion started by: Tjsureboy4me
9 Replies

2. UNIX for Advanced & Expert Users

Converting system to trusted

Hi, I need to convert few HP-UX (V 11.31) machines from un-trusted to trusted. I used the HP SMH to do this on one server. However when I click on "Yes" to proceed with the conversion, I get this error : The attempt to convert this system to a trusted system failed. The command return value... (2 Replies)
Discussion started by: anaigini45
2 Replies

3. AIX

Cloning a system via mksysb backup from one system and restore to new system

Hello All, I am trying to clone an entire AIX virtual machine to a new virtual machine including all partitions and OS.Can anyone help me on the procedure to follow? I am not really sure on how it can be done.Thanks in advance. Please use CODE tags for sample input, sample output, and for code... (4 Replies)
Discussion started by: gull05
4 Replies

4. UNIX for Dummies Questions & Answers

Unix System Programmer Vs. Unix System Administrator

Hi friends, I hope you are all fine and doing well. First of all, let me say that I love Unix with passion. But I have one query in my mind that is bothering me. What should I do, Unix System Administration or Unix System Programmering. Could you please tell me the difference between the two. And... (3 Replies)
Discussion started by: gabam
3 Replies

5. What is on Your Mind?

Converting an old windows vista system to Unix

I have an old Dell system that I would like to convert over to a Unix system and I have no idea how to do this. Where can I go to get the information to do this. This will be a secondary computer that I will learn and "play" with. I have heard that it is fairly easy to do and that once I get used... (0 Replies)
Discussion started by: Richard.Borden2
0 Replies

6. Filesystems, Disks and Memory

reading unix file system from windows

I found a more appropriate section to post my question. Thanks! (0 Replies)
Discussion started by: cneill
0 Replies

7. UNIX for Dummies Questions & Answers

installing Windows over UNIX operating system

Hello All I don't know much about UNIX operating system and in need of help. I am trying to install Windows Operating System on a desktop that already has UNIX. When you start the system it immediately takes me to a GRUB prompt. I tried putting in the installation disk before starting the... (4 Replies)
Discussion started by: rockbold
4 Replies

8. UNIX for Dummies Questions & Answers

Having a Unix system installed side to side with Windows?

Atm i have Windows 98. Can i install a Unix system like Redhat on my computer, and on boot choose which one to go to? Like i can with Win95 & 98... Please help me. I dont know alot about unix so im still learning. I just know its better than Win for the internet and it doesnt crash. :) (14 Replies)
Discussion started by: Pcslider
14 Replies

9. UNIX for Dummies Questions & Answers

converting files from unix to windows

Need Help?? We receive Files From GM Motors and they written on a Sun Workstation using the Tar Command on a 4mm Dat Tape. We have an HP sure Store 24 Tape drive that will Execpt but when i do that it says that the media is bad. was wondering if there was any software that would read it in its... (2 Replies)
Discussion started by: jefft1976
2 Replies

10. UNIX for Dummies Questions & Answers

Can Unix Co-Exist with Windows 9X on the same System?

Is it possible to install unix on a system which already runs windows 98? (2 Replies)
Discussion started by: ms73eb
2 Replies
Login or Register to Ask a Question