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Totally new at this Linux, finally got to where I can load on one computer. Now totally confused on how to load LinuxCNC so I can start using my cnc

DavedaBuilder1 wrote:

Totally new at this Linux, finally got to where I can load on one computer. Now totally confused on how to load LinuxCNC so I can start using my cnc

What did you load on the computer? What version of linuxcnc ?

Can you open a terminal and type uname -a and report back

I have started over and havent messed with anything since family and Thanksgiving took priority.  After posting this thread I went back and have Debian loaded, and after reading Im a little confused on how to try and load LinuxCNC.  The way I understand is that I need to be loagged on to my Linux account, is this correct.  I did the Debian load from the Microsoft Store and used Virtual Box.  I have that actually working now, but now the problem is that I cant seem to connect to the internet to download the LinuxCNC while logged into my Linux account.  Before I go into the Linux from the Virtual Box I show that I have a connection.  I have tried  everything that I understand as to what to do to get a connection but nothing works.  Any suggestions

It will not work to try to control a machine running Linuxcnc in a virtual machine like Virtualbox. The Linux os for Linuxcnc must be installed on a real PC, because it requires low level control and interaction with the PC's hardware to communicate with the cnc machine's hardware. It is perfectly ok to install Linuxcnc in a virtual machine for simulation purposes, but it will NOT work to try to use that to run an actual machine.