What is the fascination with 'spins'

[Robin Laing]

Dr. Diesel wrote:
> I'm with the size reduction group.  Minimal install and yum for the
> rest.  For example, I never install Openoffice cause there is usually
> already an updated version, why install it then have to download the
> same amount for the update?
> 
> Create a basic install CD, then hit the repos for the packages that
> interest you, then you'll be getting the latest on the first run.  Of
> course this doesn't work for dialup people but......
> 
>
I like the benefit of this.  Just keep a current and patched basic 
installer on the mirrors.

But I do see two issues.  One as mentioned, this will affect the dial-up 
users.  But then dial-up users are going to be affected anyways due to 
the number up updates from the ISO image to the latest.  Using this 
method will involve about the same amount of bandwidth but only once.

How do you do an install on a system that isn't on the net?  This is 
where the DVD with a full set of applications is better.  Now if  you 
have a database of applications and information that can be searched, it 
would make this better with a custom spin.

On this note, have an installer with search or information tools similar 
to what is in Yumex for those that want the point-click experience.


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Robin Laing