Tedious migration process???
 

For all those that are facing a very real problem of facing migration problems from a Windows environment to a Linux OS.

MoveOver has a freeware version that will help you by zipping up the files and then transfering it when your Linux OS has set in. It includes all files on all dirves, profiles, email, cookies, outlook etc..

http://www.resolvo.com/products/moveover/index.htm

i heard MoveOver is launching new additions to the MoveOver to futher improve its migration process.

I suggest a Linux Live CD to start with, then really learn Linux by changing to it and using it.

I trust the automatic stuff less and less (I much prefer to make my own decisions as to what I want to use) and the security and stability becomes my responsibility, rather than some other geek's ideas.

Preparing to install Linux:
# Choosing a Linux Distribution:
Will your hardware work?
Do you have good RAM? Memtest86 - A Stand-alone Memory Diagnostic
A Beginner's Guide to Choosing a Linux Distribution
Reasons to Choose or Not Choose Linux
LWN distro list
elinux Linux Distributions
# Freeware tools for partitioning/resizing hard drive partitions:
Any Linux Live CD usually have fdisk, cfdisk and other tools available
Ranish Partition Manager
# Understanding Linux Filesystem layout:
Directory Navigation Help File
Filesystems, Directories, and Devices Help File
Proper Filesystem Layout
Advanced filesystem implementor's guide (requires registration)

Do I buy a boxed source, download off the internet or buy some cheap CDs?
It's your choice! If you download, I suggest that you check the md5sums on the Linux ISO Images and make sure you know how to burn ISOs in Windows to install Linux
# Cheap CDs
Discount Linux CDs
Linux Central
Cheapbytes
TuxCDs
ComputerHelperGuy
CheapISO
Os Heaven

Honestly i think moveover is quite a good prodouct as compared to other migration softwares. It does save the hassle for an average computer user. So far didnt hear any complaints regarding moveover yet.