Since laptops seem to have the most peculiarities, while at the same time being populated by quite a few newbies... why not create an rpm with known specifics for certain laptops.
For instance a Dell Inspiron rpm would include a script that would place noapic on the append statement, load the Dell modules for volume control and maybe even enable the cdrom control with xmms or some other such program. Then during install you could ask a question along the lines of laptop, server, desktop? and if laptop, they could choose their laptop or even brand (like Dell) or just a generic if not on the list. Then most issues would be resolved up front. You also have the added bonus of dedicated users doing fine tweaks for their laptops that can make it into these rpms. Can I see a Mandrake laptop users club? :-} ===== SI Reasoning [EMAIL PROTECTED] A requirement of creativity is that it contributes to change. Creativity keeps the creator alive. -FRANK HERBERT, unpublished notes __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Try FREE Yahoo! Mail - the world's greatest free email! http://mail.yahoo.com/
