Linux Box

I want to make my own distribution, targeted at linux newbies making the transition to linux. I would prefer it to be based on debian or ubuntu due to the large amount of software for both, yet something my own. Like a custom boot screen, one centralized task bar, and if it is in any [...]

I want to play with Linux on an old Win98 machine. I got a copy of Reactos on CD but can’t get it to load without XP installed which seems to defeat the purpose of Linux! What is a good one to start with? I am happy to Format the C Drive [...]