Re: Installing Debian over another distribution

[Jean-Jacques de Jong]

GH wrote: Jean-Jacques de Jong schrieb: I noticed that you can install Debian over another distribution when using existing partitions. Apparently the home directories are then moved into / while all other directories are erased. However, does the installer do this also with /usr/local? On the machine I tested, I had no data in /usr/local, so I didn't notice. The home directories are not moved. Yes they are, I experienced it (at least with 32 bit Sarge). It happens when you choose to install over your old / partition without reformatting - the installer then lets you choose an option keeping the data. In effect, the directories under /home are moved to /, and all other directories are apparently erased. The question is whether the installer is intelligent enough to also keep your old /usr/local. JJJ GH -- To UNSUBSCRIBE, email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with a subject of "unsubscribe". Trouble? Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]