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@@ -117,8 +117,7 @@ system.
 @item
 Install some virtualization software.
 
-Any virtualization tool can be used, but we recommend VirtualBox
-Open Source Edition (lower half of the linked page):
+Any virtualization tool can be used, but we recommend VirtualBox:
 
 @example
 @uref{http://@/www.virtualbox.org/@/wiki/@/Downloads}
@@ -128,39 +127,120 @@ In virtualization terminology, your main operating system is the
 @qq{host}.
 
 @item
-Download the @file{lilybuntu.iso} disk image.
+Download the @file{lilybuntu2.iso} disk image:
 
 @example
-@uref{http://@/files.lilynet.net/@/lilybuntu.iso}
+@uref{http://files.lilynet.net/lilybuntu2.iso}
 @end example
 
+@advanced{There is a md5sum available:
+@uref{http://files.lilynet.net/lilybuntu2.iso.md5}}
+
 @item
-Install @file{lilybuntu.iso} as the @qq{client} operating system
+Install @file{lilybuntu2.iso} as the @qq{guest} operating system
 on your virtualized system.
 
-The latest version of lilybuntu is based on Ubuntu 9.04; if you
-encounter any difficulties installing it, search for one of the
-many tutorials for installing Ubuntu 9.04 as a client operating
-system.
+@itemize
 
+@item
 If possible, use at least 700 MB of RAM (1GB would be better) for
-the virtual machine, and use a dynamically expanding virtual hard
-drive.  A complete compile of everything (code, docs, regression
-tests) can reach 10 GB.
+the virtual machine, and use @qq{dynamically expanding storage}
+for the virtual hard drive.  A complete compile of everything
+(code, docs, regression tests) can reach 10 GB.
+
+@item
+When @file{lilybuntu2.iso} boots, it shows an ISOLINUX
+@code{boot:} prompt.  Type:
+
+@example
+install
+@end example
+
+@item
+At the @qq{Prepare disk space} stage, do not be afraid to select
+@qq{Erase and use the entire disk}, since this refers to your
+@emph{virtual disk}, not your machine's actual hard drive.
+
+@item
+When prompted to remove the installation CD, go to
+@clicksequence{Devices @click{} CD/DVD Devices} and de-select
+@file{lilybuntu2.iso}.
+
+@end itemize
+
+@advanced{
+The latest version of lilybuntu is based on Ubuntu 10.04.1; if you
+encounter any difficulties installing it, search for one of the
+many tutorials for installing that particular version of Ubuntu as
+a guest operating system.
+}
 
 @item
 Do any extra configuration for your virtualization software.
 
 VirtualBox has extra @qq{guest additions} which can make the
 virtualization easier to use (full-screen, easy file sharing
-between host and client operating systems, shared clipboards,
-etc).  Follow the normal procedures for your virtualization
-software with Ubuntu 9.04 as the client.
+between host and guest operating systems, shared clipboards, etc).
+
+@enumerate
+
+@item
+In @emph{VirtualBox}, select @clicksequence{Devices @click{}
+Install Guest Additions...}.
+
+@item
+In @emph{Ubuntu}, select @clicksequence{Places @click{}
+VBOXADDITIONS_}.  A file-system window will open.
+
+@item
+Double-click on the @file{autorun.sh} file, then select @qq{Run in
+Terminal}, and enter your password when prompted.
+
+@item
+Once the script is finished, restart Ubuntu to complete the
+installation.
+
+@item
+Set up any additional features, such as @q{Shared Folders} between
+your main operating system and ubuntu.  Consult external
+documentation for this step.
+
+@advanced{If you do any kernel upgrades, you may need to re-run
+these VBOXADDITIONS instructions.}
 
 @end enumerate
 
-Follow instructions for Linux when reading instructions about
-@ref{Working with source code}, or @ref{Compiling}.
+If you use other virtualization software, then follow the normal
+procedures for your virtualization software with Ubuntu as the
+client.
+
+@advanced{not all hardware is supported in all virtualization
+tools.  In particular, some contributors have reported problems
+with USB devices.  If you would like to investigate further, then
+look for help for your virtualization tool using your normal OS as
+the @qq{host} and Ubuntu as the @qq{client}.}
+
+@end enumerate
+
+If you are not familiar with Linux, it may be beneficial to read a
+couple of @qq{introduction to Ubuntu} webpages.
+
+@itemize
+@item
+One particular change from Windows and MacOS X is that most
+software should be installed with your @qq{package manager}; this
+vastly simplifies the process of installing and configuring
+software.  Go to @clicksequence{System @click{} Administration
+@click{} Synaptic Package Manager}.
+
+@item
+The rest of this manual assumes that you are using the
+command-line; go to @clicksequence{Applications @click{}
+Accessories @click{} Terminal}.
+
+@end itemize
+
+You should now progress to @ref{Using lily-git}.
 
 
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