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Old 07-12-2007, 04:59 PM   #1
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is it required for /bin to be mounted as separate partition??


why /bin should not be mounted as a separate partition?
 
Old 07-12-2007, 05:00 PM   #2
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For a server or a desktop?
 
Old 07-12-2007, 05:08 PM   #3
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what is its significance for server and desktop?? tell me for both
 
Old 07-12-2007, 05:18 PM   #4
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Read the section labelled as "Purpose" on this page to find out why it should not be mounted on a separate partition.
 
  


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