Since linux is a free “open source,” network, which is an alternative to the pricy Microsoft and Apple systems, making sure that you set it up properly, is going to ensure you get the best use of the network. Once you have burned the linux operating system onto your PC, you can easily begin the applications, and set up the netowrk as you find fit. The set up process is going to be the same as when you first purchase a PC, and install the Microsoft software onto the PC for the first time. So, you will go through a series of questions, as far as the language setup, how you want to set up the date and time configurations, the connection options, and all other questions will be answered before you begin use. The best tip is rather than download linux straight onto your PC, to instead burn it onto a CD rom. This will allow you to install it onto several PCs (and since it is free, this is not illegal to do), and you are going to be able to download only the components you want to download, rather than having to download the entire linux program.