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7:45 – Why am I doing this?

Many people would have given up long ago. But no. I’m still here, despite the fact that Linux is a big pile of steaming poo.

After reinstalling and choosing the graphical interface and standard VGA 640×480, it boots to the console prompt. Typing xstart launches the GUI in a weird video mode still. Considering the window option. That is, heaving the effing machine out of.

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6:00 – “Run, runner!”

The continuing story of my Linux installation…

In desperation (and ignorance), I’m restarting the installation. AGAIN!

To pass the time, I’m playing my Logan’s Run DVD. Wow. It’s been a year since my palm started flashing. I keep looking over my shoulder to see if Michael York is after me.

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4:00

I finally finished the installation, but with only the bare essentials. Unfortunately, I chose the wrong monitor type during the configuration stage, so now the GUI displays in a video mode that isn’t compatible with my monitor. Can’t read the GUI and can’t change the configuration.

Anyone have any hints?

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2:15

Well my third try at installing Linux failed at Disc 3. This thing is buggier than a VW factory.

One more time…