Linux XP Freespire Edition and Ubuntu Version 7.04

I've just gotten two CDs with Linux XP Freespire Edition and Ubuntu
Version 7.04.

I tried running Linux XP off the CD to see what it was like.

Questions:
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(1) If I install Linux XP, rather than running from the CD, will
it overwrite what's already on my Windows ME system?? ( I have a
backup of everything that I'm interested in keeping: documents,
programs, Microsoft Outlook Express mailboxes.)

(2) Is there a way to copy or move my files from Windows ME while
logged into Linux-XP?? Is there a way to see the files so that I can
move them??

(3) I have a copy of my Microsoft Outlook Express mailboxes. Are
they convertible to whatever the new mail system is??

(4) Do I want to retain my Windows ME OS and add Freespire Linux-
XP as a dual-boot or should I wipe the harddrive and start from
scratch with only one operating system??

(5) Is there a good set of directions for getting started on Linux-
XP when you're never laid eyes on it before?? I do have a brain; I
worked on computer helpdesks for over 13 years as a senior-level
analyst.

Thanks.

Barb

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