Re: A linux alternative to the "ghost" programs?

From: Bob Tennent (BobT_at_cs.queensu.ca)
Date: 06/30/04 

Date: 29 Jun 2004 23:40:15 GMT

On Wed, 30 Jun 2004 01:14:01 +0200, Cubic wrote:
> Ay ay ay, seems like I have stumbled into elitist or "crack down the
> n00bs" country. I'd just like to say that the reason I don't know what
> you're asking me, is because I come from a windows envirnoment and I'm
> slowly easing my way into using linux. yes, I'm a "luser", but I'm willing
> to learn. Even through your a bit "offensive" way of answering, I got a
> bit of the info I wanted, so I'll thank you for that. :)

You've nailed Mr. Breuer perfectly. Just ignore the offensive parts of
his reply and make use of the useful bits. Just don't forget to use the
-a option of cp to ensure that you get the permissions and symbolic
links right. And don't be so intimidated by one person's rudeness that
you don't ask again if you need help.