SuSE 8.1 to SuSE 8.2

twan · 03-13-2003, 02:54 PM

Is there a way to update it for free if you bought it ?

I have bought myself SuSE 8.1 Personal 2 weeks ago but now i see that there is a new version.. is there a way to update it in linux without doing anything (except like clicking update) or buying another distro ?

Also, when i update, will any data be lost ? (like the code i changed to make my adsl work)

thanks in advance

twan · 03-14-2003, 12:43 PM

please? (sorry for bringing the post back up)

2damncommon · 03-14-2003, 08:19 PM

LOL
I wouldn't worry.
I bought Mandrake 8.0 well after it came out. By the time I had installed it 8.1 had come out. I just kept current on my security updates and used it for a year.
Unless there is some overwhelming reason to upgrade, I would not be too concerned.
Suse usually offers an "upgrade" version priced midway between the personal and professional with no documentation (printed manuals) if you are interested.
Good Luck.

aherm · 03-15-2003, 12:44 AM

When I upgrade my SuSE from 7.0 to 7.2 no data was lost. Ditto from 8.0 to 8.1 was smooth (well, sort of) ;-)

During the installation I was opt for upgrading the existing installed system. Do not opt for a new installation!

Not a single click tho' ;-) but I don't know from 8.1 to 8.2 :-) Don't have it yet :-( But maybe I just want to do FTP install for that, see if it justified to buy.

Return or trade your Personal 8.1 to 8.2 if you can. Good luck.

Have a lot of fun!