Want to be a linux pro - Making the shift

[Garbage]

Arey... instead of FTP, download a 300 MB iso...

FTP means ur computer will just boot into kernel. You have to download even basic things from FTP to your computer.

And if u don't have a good internet connection, then ask here for Arch Package DVD.
Anyone from us can send you !

[Cool G5]

That's a very comprehensive guide, but before I read that, I have a query.

Will I need to install everything live over internet? or Can I Download it(Required packages) & install it via command prompt(Offline installation)?

Originally Posted by Garbage

Arey... instead of FTP, download a 300 MB iso...

FTP means ur computer will just boot into kernel. You have to download even basic things from FTP to your computer.

And if u don't have a good internet connection, then ask here for Arch Package DVD.
Anyone from us can send you !

I think you mean the Core package, right?
I actually downloaded the FTP.iso first & then read that I downloaded the wrong package

[Garbage]

Everything will be online... You have to DOWNLOAD n INSTALL...

Other way is to get source tarball n compile yourself...

The BEST way is to get packages from anyone on DVD (who downloaded before you n installed) and Install on your PC. Just like I got from Filled-Void and sent one DVD to BSOD.

[Cool G5]

I downloaded the Core Arch Image.
Now what's next in the download line?
I want to use KDE 4 in arch. Is it available on torrents?
What else is needed?
File manager?
Plz list the required packages to get Arch running like a normal desktop for music, chatting, Image & Audio editing etc.