I recommend Xandros 3.0. Windows like and the easiest Debian Linux distro for newbies to install and maintain. Even all the names have been changed to make getting around the operating system as painless and familiar as possible. In addition, with the Deluxe Version, you can run Windows applications with Crossover Office. http://www.xandros.com
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One of he biggest computer challenges I have these days is figuring out the best migration path to Linux for those people who ask me to solve all their Windows woes!