how to load a cover disc ?

rothko · 03-27-2004, 01:06 PM

hello,
I am new to linux and have just installed Mandrake 9.2 and know NOTHING. Could someone please tell me how do I install/ read software from a disc. I've just bought my first linux mag with cover disc but have no idea how to load it. Please, please someone help.

contrasutra · 03-27-2004, 01:11 PM

Well, sticking it in should work in Mandrake (it uses a special utility called supermount).

It should then be in the /mnt directory, usually under /mnt/cdrom or /mnt/cd.

If that doesnt work, you have to mount it manually, like this:

Code:

su -c "mount /mnt/cdrom"

Replace /mnt/cdrom with the proper directory (look in /mnt).