* List of Tables
* Acknowledgments
* Preface
* Guide
* Introduction
* What Is Debian?
* Who Creates Debian?
* A Multiuser, Multitasking Operating System
* What Is Free Software?
* About This Book
* How to Read This Book
* Conventions
* Getting Started
* Supported Hardware
* Memory and Disk Space Requirements
* Before You Start
* Information You Will Need
* Partitioning Your Hard Drive
* Background
* Planning Use of the System
* PC Disk Limitations
* Device Names in Linux
* Recommended Partitioning Scheme
* Partitioning Prior to Installation
* Debian Installation Steps
* Choosing Your Installation Media
* Installing from a CD-ROM
* Booting from Floppies
* Booting the Installation System
* Step-by-Step Installation