4.2 Installation Class

• Workstation -- A workstation-class installation will automatically erase all Linux partitions from your computer's hard drive(s).

• Server -- A server-class installation will automatically erase all partitions from your computer's hard drive(s).

• Custom -- A custom-class installation gives you complete control over partitioning-related issues. If you have installed Red Hat Linux in the past, the custom-class installation is most similar to past installations.

Please Note: If you choose either Workstation or Server, part (or all) of your computer's stored data will be erased! You will be asked to confirm your decision; however, please keep in mind that once the installation program receives your confirmation, the erasure is irrevocable.

If you choose a workstation- or server-class installation, you should turn to one of the following sections, depending on the installation method you've selected:

• CDROM -- Turn to Chapter 5.

• NFS -- Turn to Chapter 5.

• Hard Drive -- Turn to Section 4.8, follow the instructions there, then turn to Chapter 5.

• FTP -- Turn to Section 4.6, follow the instructions there, then turn to Chapter 5.

• SMB -- Turn to Section 4.7, follow the instructions there, then turn to Chapter 5.