of Linux do issue "live cd's" or "dvd's" and many can now be run from USB keys as well.
This is the best and safest way to try out Linux for sure. (note, these live versions are NOT going to be as fast as an installed system. But they can show you if you'll have hardware compatibility issues up front.)
Comment: Honestly I've never tried it, but I do know many flavors
Honestly I've never tried it, but I do know many flavors
of Linux do issue "live cd's" or "dvd's" and many can now be run from USB keys as well.
This is the best and safest way to try out Linux for sure. (note, these live versions are NOT going to be as fast as an installed system. But they can show you if you'll have hardware compatibility issues up front.)