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I was scanning across the web when I noticed Buddhabuntu, only to realize that it was taken down due to copyright law. However, in the same topic on the forums, I saw a link to Zenix, and immediately I had to have this distro of Linux. I downloaded the LiveCD and installed it accordingly. I love how minimalist it is and really, every thing about it.

However, I am not buddhist myself. But I am very interested in learning about it, so my question is, where should I start? I hovered over the bookmark links, but it's kind of overwhelming at all of the possibilities. I suppose I could start with the Zen guide, but I am not sure quite else. I apologize if this question seems stupid, but it was one of the reasons why I like Zenix so much, because I really want to learn.

It is overwhelming to learn Buddhism and it is hard to know where to start.

In terms of Zen Buddhism there are the 3 pillars of Zen, but honestly I like to refer to the 8 fold path.

http://www.thebigview.com/buddhism/eightfoldpath.html

At the end of the day what matters more is that you practice Buddhism and IMO this boils down to a meditative practice. Meditate daily , start with even 5 minutes. It is helpful if you can find a teacher or local Sangha, but if not start on your own.

http://www.how-to-meditate.org/