Re: How to format and partitionate a disk?
On 31 Oct 2002 23:25:48 +0100 Mariano Kamp <mkamp@gmx.de> wrote:
> did I get it right that there is no tool available at installation
> time to partitionate a hard drive?
No, you can partition and create a file system on the new partitions
during the installation process. IIRC, the option is labeled "Partition
Hard Disk" or something very similar.
> What do I need to do to get the drive formated and to install a
> journaled file system?
Use a boot kernel that supports the file system you're after. The bf2.4
kernel supports ext3.
> What journaled file systems are mature enough to be used? reiserfs?
That's somewhat like asking a thousand people which is the best flavor of
ice cream. You're bound to get several votes for each one. In the end it
comes down to your opinion.
--
Jamin W. Collins
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