Acer Laptop, Linpus Linux

[fruitcakegirl]

I think you have installed Ubuntu Server. It doesn't install X Server by default. Post the contents of /etc/lsb-release here.
If its Server only then execute this

sudo apt-cdrom add
sudo apt-get install ubuntu-desktop

Would it just be easier to install the desktop version? I'm downloading it now, I just can't believe I was stupid enough to not notice I got Server last time

[devils casper]

Installation Process of both versions is same.
Ubuntu Server is Ubuntu Desktop version ( Without X Server ) + Server Packages.

[fruitcakegirl]

Installation Process of both versions is same.
Ubuntu Server is Ubuntu Desktop version ( Without X Server ) + Server Packages.

So do I just struggle with ubuntu server? I really don't understand it at all.

[devils casper]

So do I just struggle with ubuntu server?

Not really but If you are not planning to run any Server then I would suggest you to install Ubuntu Desktop only.

[fruitcakegirl]

Thanks I think I'll try the desktop version. Thank you all for being so patient and helpful ( who knows I might be back soon!)

[devils casper]

You are most Welcome ! Feel free to ask any time.

[arochester]

Preferably get the Alternate disk and use the Text install

[fruitcakegirl]

Well the Desktop version is working very wellexcept when I try to install anything (in this case a modem). Everytime I try, I get an error message saying there is: No application suitable for automatic installation is available for handling this kind of file.

What do I do?

[devils casper]

Which package are you trying to install? Check this tutorial : How to Install Softwares in Linux.

[arochester]

I echo that. What package(s) are you trying to install EXACTLY? Where are you downloading it (them) from?