Swift Linux 0.2.0

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Swift Linux 0.2.0

#1 Post by UNCNDL1 »

I was searching, downloading, burning a couple of small Linux distros for Azrial that would burn to a CD, and came across this one:
http://www.swiftlinux.org/
I downloaded and burned two copies to pay it forward so to speak, and am on a live disk right now.
With a little intention, I was able to log onto my wireless internet, and post this. Might be a little easier with an install, however, it's very low impact, seems stable and reliable, and worth a look & burn for a try. Take care and keep touch :pat:
Forgot to mention, those used to using the Windows "super key" between Fn and Alt will be quite pleased, enjoy :salute:
quite brisk and labeled for older computers
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Re: Swift Linux 0.2.0

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I appreciate it and look forward to it, but really, you shouldn't of! I tried PLOP last night but it would not boot my Navigatrix 0.5 Flashdrive for some reason. The pair of Gertacs have GPS... : )
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Re: Swift Linux 0.2.0

#3 Post by UNCNDL1 »

I'm on a CF-28 MK3 and just loaded Swift 0.2.0
I did the un mentionable, I erased a perfectly good (yet outdated) os and am now using Swift.
She is brisk, and seems to be able to surf the internet, and do most of what people want. It was free, just took a little time and effort. If it works on this P3, should work on a Getac whatever that needs new life breathed into her for some more breathing capabilities...
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CF-M34 MicroWattR8 Thanks Sadlmkr
CF-M33 MicroWattR8 Thanks Springfield

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Re: Swift Linux 0.2.0/notes/comments

#4 Post by UNCNDL1 »

The cd loads Silicon Valley Swift Linux 0.2.0
LMDE 32 bit Gnome 201109
Kernal Linux 2.6.39-2-486
Machine i686
Desktop loads with a song and a picture:
a building in silicone valley TESLA,
There are several icons on the Desktop as well as along the bottom ToolBar
Remember, only click once, not twice, once on any desktop icon or bottom toolbar icon-
Let it work, be patient, I am on a p3 machine, your results might vary.
First thing you want to do is establish internet connection- Click on the Network Wizard-
Click on the "gear" icon, Ceni>Ethernet and Wifi
Roxterm loads>choose WLAN0 and enter
Wireless networks wil scan, choose your network>
Enter>
Choose Network>Enter>Enter Key Code> tab to enter and Accept>Enter>Press enterkey to continue>
Exit> Yes
Remember, do NOT click more than once on the toolbar ( or the desktop icons )
Bottom Left corner, you have>Debian Menu>Show DeskTop> Home.Terminal>Help>Network Wizard>Control Center> Quit
To install the Distro> Click once on the Penguin Icon
Choose yor Language> I chose English> Forward
Choose your Time Zone
I chose America/New_york
Highlight/choose Forward
Choose Key Board Layout>usa>forward
It will take 10-15 minutes to install the Swift Distrubuation
Follow on screen directions and re-boot when promted
CF-53 MX-Linux 21 Wildflower
CF-30 MK2 SSD MX-21 Betsy, MK2 Navigatrix, Fundraiser for TbT
CF-52 GUN SSD MX-19
(NICE) Thanks Sadlmkr
CF-M34 MicroWattR8 Thanks Sadlmkr
CF-M33 MicroWattR8 Thanks Springfield

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