Another New Computer thread

I have a dell laptop P4 1Gb Ram, 40 Gig HDD, and a DVD/CDRW. Attached to the docking station is a 16X dvd burner.

The thing is a few years old and is my work PC. So being that I write scripts/programs, monitor security and play with lots of new toys - you guessed it IT'S TIME TO FORMAT and start fresh.

Since there seem to be many threads lately asking advice on new computer Hardware, I was wondering if anyone would be intrested in step-by-step instructions on how "I" install the OS and secure the box.

I can set for dual boot, if requested. I will install W2K or XP - depends on the most requests. Personally I prefer W2K. If a dual Boot is requested, I will only set a small partition for the second OS (Since this is a work PC I won't have time to install a linux distro)

Let me know, I'm copying (backing up) data now and will probably start tomorrow or Friday.

Dino

Im sure more tuts are always welcome. If you need help or anything to add to it lemmie know. Ill format a box and help :)

Oh well, wrote something anyway. Take a look and let me know what you think. Anything I missed? Wrong? Wright?

After the final edit, I will remove the smart ass comments.

Peace.

Sorry Guys and Gals. Here's a better formatted version. I am ready to psot the final draft. Please let me know what you think