Hiya,
I at least have found it to be a viable alternative so far, and would be
glad to describe my methodology as best I can.
I downloaded VMWare server and installed it on Windows. I then ran the
VMware Virtual Machine Console, as it's called, and created a new VM. The
console GUI is quite easy to navigate, at least with Window-Eyes.
I had previously downloaded a Gentoo ISO, which I used as my cdrom
image. The process of adding a cdrom to the vm is fairly straightforward:
if someone wants more details I'll add them.
I also switched the Ethernet adapter--which is an emulated PCnet32 to
'bridged' mode, because I happen to be on a private network that can handle
that sort of thing.
Finally, I booted up the ISO and waited a few seconds, then hit ctrl+g
to switch the input to the VM. I gave an ifconfig command to switch eth0 to
an IP address I knew, changed the password on the root account, and started
sshd.
From that point, I just ssh'd into the VM--after hitting ctrl+alt to
switch input back to Windows. The Gentoo install, including partitioning
and kernel compilation, went off without a hitch. I just made sure to start
sshd at boot, configure the network appropriately, etc.
I'm glad to answer any questions you may have. I apologize if this has been
vague.
I hope I can help.
Thanks,
Zack.
