All of these labs were prepared using a VMware virtual machine with Debian Etch 4.0 installed. We have used as the Linux distro the Debian Etch, which can be downloaded from:
http://cdimage.debian.org/debian-cd/4.0_r0/i386/
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The instruction for this lab formats the computer. Back up all the data before proceeding or run in some virtual machine such as VMware or XEN.
Step 1: Insert the CD and boot the computer using the Debian Etch 4.0 CD. Press ENTER to start the installation.
In this screen, you can also select boot and installation options. Sometimes you will need to choose some hardware-specific parameters for your installation. Press F1 for help if needed.
Step 2: Choose a language.
Choose the language of your preference for the use in the installation process.
Step 3: Choose the keyboard layout.
It is very common to have to choose a keyboard layout, mainly in European and Asian countries.
Step 4: Choose the Hostname.
Choose the name of the...