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In most cases there's several Linux applications that do the same thing (more or less) as the Windows application.

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Depends on the application. Generally, most applications can run under WINE, and games under Cedega/CedegaCVS. Then there's Crossover OFfice for some supported apps.
 
Originally posted by: Robor
In most cases there's several Linux applications that do the same thing (more or less) as the Windows application.
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Is there a way I can switch from XP to Ubuntu in like a icon or somthin?
 
Download the latest version of Ubuntu. It is a 'LiveCD' meaning you can boot it without making any changes to your existing hard drive. It is much slower than a hard drive install but it gives you and idea of what the OS is like.
 
Originally posted by: elmo123
Originally posted by: Robor
In most cases there's several Linux applications that do the same thing (more or less) as the Windows application.
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Is there a way I can switch from XP to Ubuntu in like a icon or somthin?
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Nope, it is a completely different operating system (the underlying element of your desktop).

There are things called virtual machines which, in noob terms, are basically mini-PCs within your PC. I run a Windows virtual machine under my Ubuntu and I can run any Windows apps I want. Intensive 3D games don't work in virtual machines though. VMs are available for free now (get the free VMware server).
 
Elmo123, I suggest you give this a read before installing Ubuntu.

Like Robor said, make sure you run the Live CD to try out the Gnome Ubuntu Desktop without having to install anything and leaving your PC unchanged.

I also suggest visiting the official Ubuntu site and browsing through the documentation, which is very accesible.
 
Originally posted by: elmo123
Originally posted by: LoKe
Hm...what's your reason for wanting to switch to a Linux distribution?
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I hate Windows. But I like the Apps. that run on it.
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Switching to linux is great, but make sure you're up for the task. Its not necessarily hard, its just different, very different. Be prepared to come across some problems where you might not know how to solve immediately.

Here's what I would recommend: grab the latest Ubuntu 6.06.1 release and play around in the livecd for a while. Learn how to partition. The installer is easy to use, but when it comes to partitioning you need to at least read up on it a little for things like keeping an existing ntfs partition (your current windows xp install, i'm sure you'll want to keep it for a little while until you're comfortable with linux) or deciding which filesystem is best for you. Then install Ubuntu and just play around with it and keep ubuntuforums.org in your bookmarks as a valuable resource for solving certain problems.

Now when it comes to apps, first look for a linux counterpart, they'll run much better and usually have the same ease of use. But for those essential windows apps (like photoshop), there's always wine which generally does a good job at allowing you to run them.
 
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