Installing Suse Linux on Laptop: Step-by-Step Guide

In summary, the conversation discusses the process of installing SuSe Linux on a laptop and the need for help with partitioning, installing the actual operating system, and understanding drivers, patches, and security software. The conversation also touches on the possibility of installing SuSe on an external hard drive and running it from there. The experts recommend checking the BIOS for booting from USB devices and suggest using a "Live CD" version for a gentle introduction to the system. It is mentioned that SuSe is good for European keyboard layouts and languages. The conversation also mentions the ease of dual booting with SuSe and the possibility of upgrading from version 9.3 to 10. There is a discussion about difficulties with getting wireless to work with SuSe
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Can anyone say where will we get the keystrokes. Because we planned to instal Suse and the instal disc contains help files but not keystrokes
 
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  • #37
What keystrokes are you talking about?
 
  • #38
I would like to get the volume control keys to work and sleep/hibernate.
 

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