I wrote: > For a distribution kernel it provides support for all possible > permutations and combinations of hardware. I don't know of any > advantages for a custom kernel.
Manoj Srivastava writes: > Well, I have a fully encrypted laptop hard drive, apart from a 42MB /boot > (including encrypted swap). Now way to do that without using an initrd > image. Obviously, there are special situations. I've seen it claimed that everyone should always use initrd, but without explanation. -- John Hasler -- To UNSUBSCRIBE, email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with a subject of "unsubscribe". Trouble? Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]
