Paul M Foster wrote:
>
> This is because of the way you're booting (single user mode). You
> _could_ load modules, but it would be tedious; that's why the boot process
> normally does this automatically.
>
> You're beyond my expertise at this point. If you can boot into Windows,
> then it sounds like maybe your hardware's okay (though Windows is more
> forgiving of crappy hardware). I'd guess your boot files are messed
> up, but I can't say in what way. Did you say you'd reinstalled with the
> same problem? Did you try wiping the Linux partition with fdisk after
> booting as above, and then reinstalling?
>
> If no one can offer better advice, you might consider coming to a
> meeting. Busted machines/distros are always welcome.
>
Yes, I did wipe the linux partition with fdisk before reinstalling. I
can boot into Windows without problems and can use the installation disk
to boot to linux in single user mode.
I'd love to come to a meeting but I work until 6:00 PM and carpool. I
wouldn't be able to make it home and then back to the meeting.
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