> I use this in rhel 5 right before I list the extra packages I want > such as tar/openssh etc... Thanks Joseph. It would be helpfull. > I would make a minimal LiveCD from a kickstart file. Then boot a virtual > machine with the iso. I would then try to remove what I consider "not > required" and double check the yum output for essential deps which might > have crept in. I would then use that to further streamline my kickstart. > Then rinse and repeat until satisfied. Thanks Suvayu, good tips. > tell us _why_ you want this "extreme minimal" install The first reason is: "Minimal disk drive" and the second reason is: "Prevent any future conflict" which means, on that "extreme minimal linux" all packages can be installed without any problem (must be guaranteed). I'm talking about some rare, custom-build packages which may conflict with Fedora base packages. -- users mailing list users@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx To unsubscribe or change subscription options: https://admin.fedoraproject.org/mailman/listinfo/users Guidelines: http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/Mailing_list_guidelines