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Old 08-24-2007, 09:25 AM   #1
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Question i386 or i686

I have a got p4 machine at office so what ubuntu iso image should i use i386 or i686 for making an install C.D ????
 
Old 08-24-2007, 09:44 AM   #2
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Everything after the original Pentium and K5 is considered a 686
 
Old 08-24-2007, 03:40 PM   #3
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I have a got p4 machine at office so what ubuntu iso image should i use i386 or i686 for making an install C.D ????
If I recall, Ubuntu doesn't have 686 isos, it has x86 isos. Are you confusing ubuntu isos with possibly mandriva or suse?

i386 will be the best for most users.

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