Mame32 confused

[malpine]

...not quite getting this.
I'm using Mame32 for my emulator. Do I also need a front end, or is it the same thing. If I need one, what do I have to choose from.
The Mame32 environment is a little too "Windows" looking for me compared to some of the front ends I've seen.

Please help, I'm dying to get this thing goin...

[malpine]

Wait, I just noticed looking through the forums where someone asked "You're using Mame32 in a cab?"
Should I be using some other emulator in my cabinet?
Is there one more conducive?
Why does it make a difference?
.....aaarrrgh...

...someone please help

thanks

[walls83]

If your wanting to use a Frontend you shouldnt use MAME32.  

[MameMaster!]

Wait, I just noticed looking through the forums where someone asked "You're using Mame32 in a cab?"
Should I be using some other emulator in my cabinet?
Is there one more conducive?
Why does it make a difference?
.....aaarrrgh...

...someone please help

thanks

alas...I too was once on the journey you now find yourself on....goto :

http://www.mameworld.net/easyemu/index.htm


Here you'll find all of your noob questions answered!

Have fun....trust me...figuring it all out is the best part!!

MameMaster!  
PS- Mame32 IS your front end....you have other options but this one works great for beginners!