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10-Mar-2003, 05:52 PM #1
Which Distro?
Which linux distro should i be using for an old 386, with a 40 mg hard drive?

Is there any important advice anyone can pass on to me.

All i will be using it for is doing document work (Via Vi/ emacs) that or i might play some simple text based games.
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10-Mar-2003, 06:21 PM #2
Well, Red Hat recommends 2 Gig or more
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10-Mar-2003, 09:03 PM #3
I was thinking about one of those micro distros, and i have a certain requirements
  • Automated install (not absolute, but helpfull)
  • small (20mgs max)
  • utils built in (editor, etc.)
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11-Mar-2003, 12:13 AM #4
Small Linux Install
Hello,

You can try http://www.linuxfromscratch.org
someone there may have your answer.
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11-Mar-2003, 06:44 AM #5
Here you go!
Take your pick.
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