Re: Problem with trying to instal Debian
On Saturday 17 March 2012 20:58:44 Brian wrote:
> On Sat 17 Mar 2012 at 20:21:13 +0000, Lisi wrote:
> > On Saturday 17 March 2012 19:56:03 Brian wrote:
> > > So you fill in all the fields pertaining to setting up a static address
> > > and certify it is correct when asked.
> >
> > I almost always set up a static IP. It is very simple. When the
> > installer asks you, reject the DHCP offer.
>
> I do too. But Brett needs to find out whether it works for him.
Of course. But I thought that he may not know to reject the DHCP offer. It
isn't immediately obvious that doing so will mean that you have the chance to
set up a static IP. And I find that it can help psychologically if you tell
someone that something is easy.
Lisi
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