Installing Corel LINUX
A graphical, easy-to-follow installation process
Corel Install Express makes it easy to install Corel LINUX. Previously, installing Linux had been a time consuming and difficult task for inexperienced computer and Linux users. Corel Install Express is a wizard that uses graphical dialog boxes to guide you through installation and configuration of Corel LINUX. Each dialog box provides information about the procedure and available options, and gives you instructions that guide you to the next step of the installation.
Installation options
Corel Install Express lets you control the Corel LINUX installation process. You can let Corel Install Express choose default options for you and install the most commonly used applications, utilities, and files. This is the recommended installation type for most users. You can also control your Corel LINUX installation by specifying the components to install and where to install them. This installation type lets you install specialized components that are not included in the default installation or save space on your hard disk. After Corel LINUX is installed, you can add and remove components.
Installation scenarios
There are 4 typical installation scenarios for Corel LINUX:
Corel LINUX replaces another operating systemfor example, you can replace another Linux operating system or a Microsoft Windows operating system with Corel LINUX.
Corel LINUX installs on a computer without an operating systemfor example, you might have a new computer or have replaced the hard disk on your computer and don't yet have an operating system installed.
Corel LINUX coexists with another operating systemfor example, you can use Corel LINUX and Microsoft Windows on the same computer.
Corel LINUX resides in the same disk space as MS-DOS or Windowsthis installation option lets you start Corel LINUX from MS-DOS mode on a computer that is running MS-DOS, Microsoft Windows 3.1x, Windows 95, or Windows 98.
Note
Please review all the information in this section of the documentation before installing Corel LINUX. By reviewing this section, you can be more prepared to respond to installation decisions and questions.