> Thanks, Tony. If Mark doesn't have an internet connection, is there a way
> to download or "slipstream" the codecs (like an XP Service Pack) ?
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>
http://lifehacker.com/386526/slipstream-service-pack-3-into-your-windows-xp-installation-cd
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> Erick
>
> On Wed, Apr 8, 2009 at 11:24 AM, Tony White <
tony.mzungu@gmail.com> wrote:
>>
>> Guys, the issue is this - a professional linux distribution cd cannot
>> contain certain codecs, such as for mp3 as they are proprietary, and
>> for ubuntu / redhat / novell to include them would open them to legal
>> action - so as Erick says, just download after doing the basic
>> install.
>>
>> Distros which include the codecs are taking a risk - but if it's pure
>> 'community' with no identifying organisation to sue in court - or no
>> money to be had if they did - then these small distros can get away
>> with it.
>>
>> Tony
>>
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