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seeking wisdom regarding an os
flap:
An iso is just a raw 'image' of a cd. The burning software doesn't know what files are in the image, or even whether or not it is a valid file system - it just burns the thing bit for bit onto the disc. If he can browse the cd in windows then it's burned correctly.
Did you try booting from another cd?
bha:
HAH! i'll have to let you guys know about tjis continued affair later, as i figured out what my damn problem was. i feel stupid saying it, but i didn't even consider that my cd burner (built in) wasn't burning the iso's properly. so, i'm downloading one now and i'll have to reburn them and try that. unfortunately, i'll have to wait until tomorrow to find out.
i do have a question regarding lilo though. is this on the install disc, or at least an option in regards to dual booting. also, i figured i would just do the default recommended insallation since i'm brand new to linux and then work on the security features i've read about from there... suggestions? humor? laughs? nods? grins? etc...
thanks again
bha:
HAH! i'm a screw up. i'll have to let you know how this goes tomorrow, as i do not have enough time today. i bet if i burn the iso's correctly, it'll work...
klutz...
[ September 15, 2002: Message edited by: big-hired assassin ]
Pantso:
quote:Originally posted by big-hired assassin:
HAH! i'll have to let you guys know about tjis continued affair later, as i figured out what my damn problem was. i feel stupid saying it, but i didn't even consider that my cd burner (built in) wasn't burning the iso's properly. so, i'm downloading one now and i'll have to reburn them and try that. unfortunately, i'll have to wait until tomorrow to find out.
i do have a question regarding lilo though. is this on the install disc, or at least an option in regards to dual booting. also, i figured i would just do the default recommended insallation since i'm brand new to linux and then work on the security features i've read about from there... suggestions? humor? laughs? nods? grins? etc...
thanks again
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There is no such option as "dual booting" during installation. Unless specified otherwise, LILO will be installed on the MBR of your hard disk. Don't worry about losing Windoze though, since you'll have an option "Windows" in the LILO window ;) . I would also suggest to do the "experienced" installation and not the "recommended" one because it gives you more options. It's up to you though. Good luck with burning those ISO's this time and don't get discouraged !
bha:
okay, i downloaded a couple of programs that can burn iso image files. however, they weren't compatible without a bunch of upgrades. finally, i found fireburner, then i went to go get a cap'n crunch and voila... properly burned iso image files. i checked them out and they look great. now, i have to crash because i'm working tonight.
i am interested in the more experienced installation, but i am highly intimidated by it as well.
i'm not sure which options i'd be looking for, or if i'd do things correctly.
once again, thanks for all the advice and encouragement.
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