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Re: how to download the packages in Debian testing non-free before installing?



On Jo, 19 ian 12, 10:11:08, Jörg-Volker Peetz wrote:
> Have you thought of downloading and trying a Debian live install image (e.g.,
> http://www.debian.org/CD/live/index.en.html )?
> With it you should be able to get a running system with internet connection and
> USB storage ability without touching the hard drive. In case something doesn't
> work with your permanent Debian installation you can always boot with the live
> system and get what you need via internet.

The live system still needs the non-free firmware. It can work, but you 
need to manually install the firmware on every boot.

Kind regards,
Andrei
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