[SATLUG] Install an OS on an external drive.

[Donguitar]

> I wish to install Linux on an external drive ( an HD  My Book 1160
> GB).  I am not very PC literate so am hesitant in trying to do this on
> my own.  I followed mfg instructions and partitioned the drive for the
> max amt for 1 partition.  Would like to have explicet instructions on
> how to install Linux on the hd without the technical jargon, just
> plain language.  I will appreciate any help I can get.
>
Have you selected a distribution you'd like to try?  If not, what are you
requirements for the operating system in this instance?

Don Crowder