How to Install Linux on an Apple iBook

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Identify whether you have a NewWorld or OldWorld Mac.

   The following support PowerPC.
   
   Arch Debian Fedora Mint Macintosh Ubuntu ,,,,,, Enter any boot parameters here.
   
   In Kubuntu, if the screen turns black and the CD drive stops spinning, you may need to enter at the boot prompt live-nosplash-powerpc modprobe ide-core video=radeonfb:1024x768-24@60. , Be patient this can take up a few minutes.
   
   You may need to enter startx to get a graphical user interface. , Check the following.
   
   This should affect the Apple key, eject key and certain key combinations. ,,, Either Gnash/swfdec-mozilla-plugin or midori with html5.
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   Step 2: Pick a distro that supports PowerPC.

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   Step 3: Backup your files.

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   Step 4: Insert the CD.

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   Step 5: Turn it on and hold down the c key.

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   Step 6: If you get to a choice between MacHD and LiveCD

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   Step 7: choose the LiveCD (probably on the left).

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   Step 8: You will hear the CD drive working.

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   Step 9: You will get to a boot prompt.

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    Step 10: Boot Linux live if possible.

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    Step 11: Choose Macintosh keyboard.

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    Step 12: Partition your Hard Disk Drive if you wish to preserve your OS X.

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    Step 13: Install Linux.

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    Step 14: Install codecs for YouTube.

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