In discussions about my previous email on configuring new drives it was mentioned that custum builds of Debian can be done with preseeding and other tools. I am looking at doing that in order to set up some inexpensive laptops for a computer classroom or lab, probably in a local church or library.
(If you don't think this list is for asking for advice, please just say so without a lecture.) Can anyone give advice or pointers on how best to do that with my existing PC? It runs only Debian, has lots of memory and disk space, and several USB ports. In the old days I used a burned CD OR DVD disk as the boot medium, and I still have a portable one usable with a USB connection. But I would rather create the image on a portable memory device with USB connection. I have several old ones of various sizes, speeds, and power provisions. But I am happy to buy a new device if such is suggested. I would most likely create the image at home and take it to whatever facility I can get access to for installing it on the receiving devices. I would like to use inexpensive new laptops that come with Windows preinstalled, but I know that can be a problem these days: I have no interest in double OS setups even if that's still possible--not worth the hassle. I have no Windows devices in my home. Opions and suggestions appreciated. Best regards, -Tom
