Portal:Where to Get Started

What is it that you want to do on your Pre?

Look below and choose the option that is best for you-

1. Easiest Homebrew app installation is a fairly simple and easy process, so it is suitable for those that do not have a lot of computer know_how. Also this option is good if you aren't sure if you want to "hack*" into your Palm Pre just yet. (NOTE: Windows users only! You will have to follow the steps in option two if you want to install apps sing Mac OS or Linux OS systems.)
2. Harder The second option is best for those that have some computer know-how and want to get to know how their Pre works a little bit more. This option requires a lot more work, however. Since the Palm Pre is a linux based device, it is best if you know how to use Linux. Most, if not all commands, require the use of linux command lines. (If you don't know what this means, then it is best to stick with option 1.) NOTE: Cross-platform compatible.

-*Hacking is called "Accessing linux." It is highly recommended that you read this article if you are thinking about doing option two: Accessing Linux="Rooting your Pre"

Recommended for Non-Computer-Savvy Folks

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{{#icon:Favorites.png|Getting Started|48|Tutorials_webOS_Installing_An_Ipk}} Get Started Installing a Homebrew App Only want to install a few Homebrew Apps without having to "hack*" into the Pre? Have no idea what hacking into the Pre is? Then these very simple, tech savvy-free steps are for you. There's only a couple, don't be scared. :) (Works with Windows OS only.)

{{#icon:WebOS.png|Webos Applications|48|Portal:webOS_Applications}} WebOS Homebrew App Listings Already able to add apps? Then check out the homebrew apps made by our users and affiliates.

Recommended for Beginner-Advanced Computer Users

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{{#icon:Kompare-icon.png|Getting Started|48|Portal:Accessing_Linux}} Accessing Linux Do you want to take the extra risk of "hacking" the Palm Pre? Or do you have a good understanding of Linux or programing? (Works with Mac OS, Windows OS's, and Linux OS's)

{{#icon:Applications-development.png|Development Tools|48}} Development Tools and Programs Get all the tools you need to make your own applications, to access you Palm Pre's Linux codes, for cross-compiling, etc,

Need help/Want to contribute?

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IRC Download a IRC client and join us in #webos-internals The same rules apply as those on the wiki for discussion.