I'm having a tough time getting a graphical interface to work on my old Sony Vaio after installing Debian 32-bit. I've tried both GNOME and XFCE, but I only end up with a terminal and no GUI access. Should I stick with it or revert to Linux Mint 8 KDE, which I've found to be the only reliable Linux disc I have? Additionally, I've reinstalled Windows XP on a separate partition and need Boot Repair for 32-bit to fix the booting issue. Can someone guide me on where to find that so I can put it onto a USB drive or burn it onto a disc? Thanks!
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If you're dealing with such an antique machine, consider trying Puppy Linux—it's lightweight and works great on older hardware. You can find a 32-bit ISO [here](https://puppylinux-woof-ce.github.io/). But honestly, Debian and Mint should still work even on older systems. If you're having trouble with installation media, the current installer version 12 for 32-bit should be available on the Debian website.
First off, avoid using super old installers if you can help it! What version of Debian did you install, and which installer did you use? Also, check if you accidentally selected both desktops for the same installation. Did you see any error messages? If you didn’t, try checking the system logs like `systemctl status` or `dmesg` for clues.
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