On Mon, 11 Sep 2006 09:29:50 -0700, Neodemi wrote:

> Can someone recommend a linux distro for an AMD k6-2 500, 256M RAM,
> 32MB TNT2, Soundblaster, and 10Gb HD.
>
> Im looking for a Distro that can setup without needing to hack at the
> configuration for a week to get it going. Anything that would allow to
> do the usual array of browsing, watching videos, listening ot music,
> burning discs, skype and yahoo chat etc. standard home user stuff.
>
> Ive had no success getting debian installed on this machine, can never
> get the installer to go right for some reason. Tried knoppix, didnt
> like the interface, wouldn't install right either.
>
> Any ideas would be appreciated. Provided they dont cost money

I was using an AMD k6-2 box until recently, and would recommend (based on
personal use) Puppy Linux. It's a fast, compact distro on that hardware,
and also ideal if you are on dial-up.

http://www.puppyos.com/