Included since version Mandrakelinux 7.0, this installer was
one of the first attempts at automated installers that most novice Linux users could successfully use.
Although the installer is almost ???newbie???-proof, it??™s still possible to invoke advanced installation
options enabling detailed control of the install at any point during the installation process. As with
most versions of Linux, you can install from a boot CD, another drive, or a network. Here are the
key features of the DrakX installer included in the current version of Mandriva:
Convenient installation configuration options using predefined packages, rather than
requiring you to choose individual packages from the wide selection that is available.
You can select individual packages if you do not want to use one of the predefined package
options. Workstation and Server Package groups are available for various roles and
needs, for example.
The ability to format hard disks, configure RAID, and resize partitions of many types,
including NTFS, FAT32, EXT3, ReiserFS, and XFS.
Support for a wide range of network file systems.
Improved upgrade support.
Automated installation tools.
Rescue mode for failed/problematic installation.
In addition to the straightforward boot CD, the DrakX installer supports a number of other installation
methods, including:
Network installs??”If needed, you can start the DrakX installation process and connect
to a variety of network servers to access the installation files.
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