Updating from the cd

[rapattack]

I am really new to Debian so I need to know how to update from a cd. I am not internet connected as I have found it impossible to get Debian going with Dialup. I have tried for months with no success. I have been able to with Ubuntu with much pain but I guess being in a country that is behind the times makes Linux hard to use here in Sydney. I hope to move to a broadband deal soon but I am being extra cautious as most deals are like snake oil in this country and I am on a pension. So please do not suggest for me to use the net. I have gone through hell posting on several forums and reading all the "how to" things in sight. I got a newer version of Debian on cd from a friend that is knowledgeable with Linux but he doesn't live close so he can't help me out. We are also hoping that the newer version will correct a few things and install what I need before I move to broadband as the deal I choose will not have many megabytes for me to play with. Damn backward country! Also speeds of broadband in Australia are half of what they are elsewhere. Thanks Carla

[Vergil83]

Do you want to update from the cd or just install stuff from it? Either way, put in your cd and run as root

apt-cdrom add

This will allow the cdrom to be the source of what you install.

[rapattack]

Update definately! Thanks I hope that will work as there seems to be a problem with mounting the cd drive and dvd burner.

[Vergil83]

well assuming that the above works, to update run

apt-get update
apt-get dist-upgrade

and that *should* work

[Tutku]

there is a program knownas AptOnCD, and in my opinion you can make an offline update with it.

[rapattack]

Ah ok will try those things soon.
OK as far as AptOnCd.....well I am no completely sure what it's function is yet. Will read again tomorrow.
Thanks! Will let you know when I give it a try as I am not in the frame of mind to tackle it tonight