Re: Using ISO images as a repository
On Fri 03 Jan 2020 at 10:30:24 -0600, Richard Owlett wrote:
> I have a large hard disk but a low data cap on my internet connection.
Into every life a little rain must fall.
> I have all the distribution DVDs stored as *.ISO files in a single directory
> on my hard disk.
Splendid; all you have to do is extract the files you want from the
ISOs. There is an excellent wiki page detailing a number of techniques
at
https://wiki.debian.org/ManipulatingISOs
> It would *SEEM* to be logical to use the "file option" of sources.list .
> HOWEVER, all I've ever seen is the kludge of individually loop mounting all
> the ISO files.
If the logical method doesn't work for you, it is likely that the logic
is flawed. There is a superb wiki page at
https://wiki.debian.org/Installation+Archive+USBStick
That should make your New Year happier.
--
Brian.
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