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 ====== Pre-Installation ======
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 If you are looking into using Slackermedia for a large user base and you require paid support, [[http://slackermedia.info/support|contact the author]] to discuss options.
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 ===== Off-the-Shelf Linux Systems =====
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 A few unscientific tests to determine the real-world performance of a graphics
 card, should you have the opportunity to test it in a computer store before buying, is to go burn an image of [[http://porteus.org|Porteus]], a portable live Linux distribution based on Slackware. Take the CD (or USB drive, if you're savvy) to a computer store and put it into any display computer and reboot.
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-For a full explanation of how to use Porteus, see the website [[http://klaatu.multics.com/porteus]].
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   -Launch KDE's System Settings and turn on Desktop Effects in the Desktop pane.
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 visual work you have in mind for it.
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+If these tests sound overwhelming, consider purchasing a system [[#preinstall|built for Linux]].
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 ==== Sound card ====