> From a end state perspective, it does not matter . . yum update after > the install (of either) ends at exactly the same place. I will not be running any updates, because I need to keep a specific old version for software compatibility. I don't know which ISO the USB stick was made from. > > Also, a 'uname -a' from the command prompt will tell you .. This would be perfect; how do you get to a shell from the installer? I only see the option to install. > That is also the only version which is tested at any point in time. > (latest + all > updates) Tested by whom? Each software vendor may test and recommend differently. -- Elliott Balsley Application Engineer *ALT Systems* Office: 818 504-6800 Mobile: 210 414-7893