32bit Netbook, Which Linux OS Should I Choose?

[rgathright]

An Intel Atom N450 netbook was given to me because the hard drive failed and the owner does not want to pay for repair ($100 was my estimate).:D

The little netbook will be dedicated to PrimeGrid or whichever CPU project the team has me focused on.:confused:

I am very basic with Linux but like its speed.:o

So, I ordered an OCZ 60Gb SSD drive and was wondering which Linux OS should I install on it?

Please give me a link to the ISO that I should install (just makes my task easier tomorrow while getting a new cruncher online)!

[trigggl]

Never Mind. Try Ubuntu.

I need to not post while on meds and beer.

[Fire$torm]

Never Mind. Try Ubuntu.

I need to not post while on meds and beer.

Hmmmm. trigggl, the Mile High Cruncher! LOL..... Sorry I just had to :P

trigggl makes a good suggestion. Personally I do not like the current OS (11.10 aka Oneiric Ocelot) GUI. It is UGLY! Thankfully it can be changed.

Lifehacker has their "5 Best Picks" for netbooks ---> http://lifehacker.com/5471394/five-best-netbook-operating-systems

[zombie67]

Why 32 bit? N450 is 64 bit. Which ever linux you install, make it 64 bit.

[trigggl]

Why 32 bit? N450 is 64 bit. Which ever linux you install, make it 64 bit.

+1

Didn't bother to look into whether or not the hardware supported it.

If it's only function is dedicated cruncher, why not just do a Dotsch-ux (http://dotsch.homeunix.net/dotsch_ux/dotsch_ux-12_x64.iso) install? It comes with boinc pre-installed and you can run it right off the disc to test it out before install.

[rgathright]

+1

Didn't bother to look into whether or not the hardware supported it.

If it's only function is dedicated cruncher, why not just do a Dotsch-ux (http://dotsch.homeunix.net/dotsch_ux/dotsch_ux-12_x64.iso) install? It comes with boinc pre-installed and you can run it right off the disc to test it out before install.

Thanks Trig!

This is why I visit SETI.USA forums daily, you all have become a great resource for me. :D