Switching to Slack

onebuck · 08-09-2007, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by bioe007

imho "newbie mode" if you have the patience is pretty straightforward.

one thing I _do_ wish slack had was a sort of "base system" install, just enough to get to CLI + X and maybe a WM.

or an application type install menu. that would be nice. I'm thinking of trying out a zenwalk install or something because I don't want all the great packages of stuff I never use lying around.

but its still pretty easy to 'removepkg' after install too.

Hi,

You could use Alien_Bob's mini ISO image. You can use it to install with NFS or a local HD.

badfrog · 08-10-2007, 09:11 AM

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Originally Posted by indienick

When I posted this, I had started downloading the Slackware DVD and everything that you have all said make me impatient for the Slack DVD torrent to finish.

I'm seeding that. You're welcome

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Originally Posted by indienick

Also, before I start installing Slack, how essential is it to have the SlackBook right next to me?

As others have said, not really necessary. Read thru it first, and refer to it after. Having it available during install isn't really necessary.

I've used Debian for a couple years as a server and just recently put Slack on my primary desktop. I love them both for different reasons. Good luck.

bioe007 · 08-10-2007, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by onebuck

Hi,

You could use Alien_Bob's mini ISO image. You can use it to install with NFS or a local HD.

never knew it... thanks onebuck - you always seem to have the best links