This chapter describes installation features new to Red Hat Linux 7.0. To
learn about non-installation-related new features, please refer to the
Official Red Hat Linux Reference Guide on the Documentation CD or online at http://www.redhat.com/support/manuals.
Improvements to Red Hat Linux 7.0 which will make installation even
easier include:
New Multi-CD Install
As the installation program continues to grow, Red Hat has developed an
installation program capable of installing Red Hat Linux from multiple CD-ROMs.
XFree 4.0
Configuration of your X Window System during the installation has
never been more thorough. From choosing your monitor and its
correct settings, to video card probing, to testing your desired X
setup, Xconfigurator will help you set everything just right.
USB Support
Red Hat Linux 7.0 now supports USB devices (mice and keyboards). With USB
support, there is no need to reboot when a new device is added -- just attach
the device and go.
Help Text Available in Text Mode Installation
Help text has been added to the text mode installation program to further assist
you during your installation of Red Hat Linux 7.0. By pressing F1,
you can enable help text for that specific screen. Press Enter
to close the help text screen.
New GNOME Default Window Manager
The Sawfish window manager has been added as the new default manager for the
GNOME desktop interface.
LDAP and Kerberos Configuration
Network security has been enhanced with the addition of LDAP and Kerberos to
Red Hat Linux 7.0. For more information on these programs, refer to the
Official Red Hat Linux Reference Guide.
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