Re: LEAN Debian install: Exploring task selection menu

[Richard Owlett <rowlett@cloud85.net>]

On 09/09/2020 12:06 PM, Brian wrote:
> On Wed 09 Sep 2020 at 09:35:14 -0500, David Wright wrote:
>
> > On Wed 09 Sep 2020 at 08:27:13 (-0500), Richard Owlett wrote:
> >
> > > 3. Especially when installing from an .iso on a flash drive, how do
> > >     I run apt-get before closing the installer?
> >
> > As I've had no need or desire to do that, I have no idea how the
> > regular apt-get would behave when run on a system that hasn't been
> > "finalised" (for want of a better term). AIUI many of the programs
> > that run in the d-i are hacked-about versions installed from udebs,
> > or wrapped up in the swiss-army penknife, busybox. Perhaps just be
> > patient and let the d-i "close".
>
> The OP is experienced with preseeding and is aware of late_command.
> All he has to do is apply his knowledge.

Have not used preseeding for more than a year.
Don't recall ever having used "late" command.
Quick look at docs doesn't suggest it will solve problem.
When I wake up will read more closely.