Thread: problem installing ubuntu...

hey guys i'm new to linux... i tried installing ubuntu 8.10 .. i'm mot getting the welcome screen during installation...
after the loading screen a black screen with the message "enter help for built in command appears "...
can i get any help..
dual core 3.4 hz
512 mb ram
intel D102Ggc2 motherboard...

is it a new installation by live cd or you are using wubi installed inside windows
and please provide the complete error message

Mate u downloaded the wrong installation CD go here: Download Ubuntu | Ubuntu

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I think you downloaded the server edition

it does not have a GUI