How to Get MiKTeX
| Chapter 1. Introduction |

## How to Get MiKTeX

The MiKTeX distribution can be downloaded from the Internet. And it is available on DVD-R.

### Downloading MiKTeX

There MiKTeX setup program comes in two flavors:

- Basic MiKTeX Installer

- MiKTeX Net Installer

You use the Basic MiKTeX Installer to install a basic MiKTeX system. The MiKTeX Net Installer can be used to download and install a complete MiKTeX system. All this is explained later in this manual (see Chapter 2, Installing MiKTeX).

### MiKTeX on DVD-R

The MiKTeX DVD-R allows you to install MiKTeX on the hard-disk or to run the programs directly from the DVD-R.

If you wish to obtain a copy of the MiKTeX DVD-R, visit the DVD-R info page.

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