I want to learn but without too much frustration. I'd like a good full working install with enough stuff to play with right away. Then I can learn about Linux as try to do more with it. A few months ago I tried Gentoo but it required too much "learning" before I could get started

I'll try the Debian 100meg if you think it's cleaner.

Thanks.

edit: I tried netcardconfig. I just get "no supported network cards found"