I named Dell as an option, but I'd like to clarify:  I would highly 
recommend building your own machine over any pre-built computer.  Justin 
Kremer made some good points.  It's definitely something to consider.

Justin


Justin Haaheim wrote:
> I would reccomend RedHat 8.  I've found it to be quite stable and fully 
> featured, and installation is relatively painless.
> 
> An option you might consider is that Dell (and possibly other companies) 
> are now officially producing linux boxes.  They're not advertised on the 
> main page of their website, mind you, but I've heard that they will 
> preinstall a linux distro and ship the machine to you.
> 
> cheers
> justin
> 
> 
> cxobert wrote:
> 
>> Hi.
>>
>> I am new to this list, and new to Linux.
>>
>> I am looking to get a new PC to install and run Linux on at home. I'd
>> just as soon see if I can do the installation myself to learn what it's
>> like.
>> I could use feedback or advice on where to proceed - what
>> distribution(s) of Linux to look at, a suggested place to get my
>> machine, issues I should be aware of before or after I buy. I've done
>> some nosing around online and have some ideas, but I could use feedback
>> from experienced users.
>>
>> So - can anyone help point me in the right direction?
>>
>> Thanks in advance.
>>
>> Cheers,
>>
>> Charlie Obert
>> cxobert at goldengate.net
>>
>>
>>  
>>
>>
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