http://www.mepis.org/node/1462
There's a list here of all the download mirrors. Remember, 6.0 is beta software, but from all indications it is very stable and runs really well. If you want to try a more stable version, the last release was 3.4.3, I think. But, you should be okay with 6. I'm planning on upgrading myself in a few days, when I get the time.
BTW, Mandriva uses RPM for software installation, and since I'm more familiar with Debian, I've pinged N3WBI3 to see if he can help you get downloading and installation of programs going.
Thanks for all the help and the Mepis mirrors. Now I know different Linux install your software and downloads different. I have a cable internet now (had mid range DSL) so I can download real fast. Thanks. DSL was fine for 98% of what I do but for downloads Comcast flies!
Also I might get a used hard drive on Ebay to experiment with Linux. Is 10gb good enough for a typical full bells and whistles install? Maybe 20gb is better 'cause then I can experiment with a windows 2000 or XP dual boot