disk partitioning and Linux file system organization
boot loaders and boot floppies
ways to get your own distribution of Linux
Quiz
1.
What are the minimum disk space and memory required for a system to run Linux reasonably well?
2.
How many primary partitions can be created on a disk drive?
3.
What is the minimum number of disk partitions required to run Linux?
4.
What is a dual-boot system?
5.
What is the major difference between the ext2 and ext3 file systems?
6.
Describe the function of a boot loader.
Exercises
1.
Find three Linux distributions not mentioned in this chapter and state why someone might choose each of them over the more popular distributions. [level: medium]
Projects
1.
Obtain a distribution of Linux and install it (you saw that one coming, right?). [level: easy]
