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I have a netbook (no cd drive) and I currently run windows 7 on but I want to convert to something new. Here re my specs.

Processor :AMD Athlon Neo Processor MV-40 1.60GHz
RAM: 4GB (2.97 useable)
System Type: 32-bit

I managed to install 7 on it via bootable usb drive. So can anyone suggest what will run good? All I really use my pc for is minor photo editing, browsing, and playing music.

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  • That CPU has 64-bit support, so you should install a 64-bit version of Ubuntu.
    – Alvar
    Nov 16, 2013 at 20:34
  • Okay well thats a start. Im just overwhelmed for what to pick. I have just played with ubunto a few times and its so clean and nice.
    – Michael
    Nov 16, 2013 at 20:47

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I would highly recommend Lubuntu. It uses a lightweight desktop environment which will ease use of your low end CPU.

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  • It's not a low end computer. I have similar specs and run Ubuntu.
    – Alvar
    Nov 16, 2013 at 21:29
  • Keeping valuable CPU cycles free for photo editing as opposed to running a heavy DE would be more valuable.
    – ynnekkram
    Nov 16, 2013 at 21:34
  • that comment made no sense...
    – Alvar
    Nov 16, 2013 at 21:55
  • I am curious would installing the 32bit version make it run any faster? I was prior running 32bit Windows7. In all reality I dont even know the difference in 32 and 64bit. I am running Ubuntu 12.04 LTS 64bit and it feels a little slow. Perhaps I am doing something wrong?
    – Michael
    Nov 16, 2013 at 23:49

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