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Old 11-11-2009, 09:29 AM   #1
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Linux to partition the hard disk drive

What are the different methods used in Linux to partition the hard disk drive
 
Old 11-11-2009, 09:45 AM   #2
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The most basic command-line is fdisk. If you prefer some GUI, then the best known are gparted for Gnome or qtparted for KDE.
 
Old 11-11-2009, 06:56 PM   #3
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Most distros also offer a GUI partitioning tool during install.
 
Old 11-11-2009, 07:02 PM   #4
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cfdisk is a little easier to use than fdisk. It's reminiscent of DOS fdisk.
 
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Two posts by the OP - both look like they've been cut-and-pasted from homework.
 
  


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