Run (Damn Small) Linux on Windows
There are a couple of ways you can try Linux before installing it on your hard drive. One way is to use a live cd, another way is to run it on Windows. Damn Small Linux has a version designed to run directly from Windows. To run (Damn Small) Linux on Windows follow the steps below:
1. Download the dsl-embedded-0.8.3.zip file from the Damn Small Linux download site.
2. Extract the dsl-embedded-0.8.3.zip file using Winzip to a folder called dsl-embedded-0.8.3.
3. Double click and run the dsl-windows.bat file in the dsl-embedded-0.8.3 folder.
4. Damn Small Linux will then load in the same way as when it is being from the CD.
5. Try Linux!
6. When you are finished right-click on the desktop and go to Powerdown > Shutdown.