> Can someone explain to me how the linux startup works. How it
>looks for net cards, in what order?
It usually does it by either MAC or IRQ.
>What effect do things in /etc/conf.modules and lilo.conf ("append=") have
>on this?
These only apply if you are using a modular kernel (which I recommend
against for clarity reasons).
>What effect does the way you compile the kernel have, whether you type
>'y' or 'm' for a network card in the configuration?
None.
Basically, compile up a new kernel, install your new NIC, and reboot.
If the eth0 / eth1 swap places, just move your cables.
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