Just started the Spring Semester at college and in the class I am taking we are doing basic command prompt and intro to Linux. I am currently using a lisenced copy of vista. To get to the point:
When trying to run ubuntu 8.04 Third Edition from the DVD provided with my "The Official Ubuntu Book" I receive a similar error as reported by the original post. I boot from the dvd, choose english, hit F4 then chose safe mode and to run Ubuntu with out a change to my computer so i guess you could lable it an (instanced). A loading box appears displaying progress for loading "Linux Kernel" then brings up the Ubuntu logo with the nifty night rider back and forth graphic. After maybe 15 seconds my screen changes to a black screen which has text and a flashing prompt. Busy Box V 1.1.3 (Debian 1:1.1.3-5 Ubuntu 12) Built inshell (ash) Enter 'help' for a list of Built-in commands. (initramfs) <insert flashing curser here>. I know the dvd works as i can boot from dvd on the lab computers at school. Let me know if you need more information. Also I am new to linux and any/all commands regarding it. -- install fails: BusyBox v1.1.3 (initramfs) https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/203054 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is subscribed to Ubuntu. -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list ubuntu-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs
