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# 1  
Old 12-04-2003
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I'm getting started on Linux coming from Windows. I've got Red Hat 8.0 (I think 8.0) installed. I'm going to install a program from the cd-rom. I hope this isn't to stupid of a question, how do I install it? I've done some research unfortunately I don't have a lot of time on my hands and I haven't found anything to quickly.
Thanks
# 2  
Old 12-04-2003
Hi,

First you must mount the cdrom ( mount /mnt/cdrom must do it ). Then you must know what is the file you have to run to install the program, or any other action... read the documentation of that program, there're many ways to install programs.
# 3  
Old 12-04-2003
I beleive that the program you wish to install is some rpm package. you will have to install the package using the rpm command

all the best
# 4  
Old 12-05-2003
I'll try the mounting. Thanks you guys I appreciate the help!
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