This is more appropriate for amanda-users, I've redirected the message there.

On Thu, Jul 03, 2003 at 12:07:28PM -0400, Harry Mbang wrote:
> Hi all,  I have reformatted my Linux box and want to try again from
> scratch.  
> 
> I was wondering if anyone has an opinion of the best source of
> information available electronically (on the web or in the documentation
> of the program).

I've always thought the "docs/INSTALL" document in the source was a good
guide to initial setup.  At least it got me able to do my first and second
installs with little list help.

> Also, in creating the Amanda user should I let the system do this by
> simply specifying --with-user=Amanda or should I create an Amanda user
> then specify --with-user=Amanda?

Most people build the software as the amanda_user.  Thus it must be
created before starting.  Same for the group identity (which needs
to be able to read the disk drive devices).


BTW why did you include 60 lines of Dietmar's message.
Did they have some bearing on your questions?

> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-amanda-hackers AT amanda DOT org
> [mailto:owner-amanda-hackers AT amanda DOT org] On Behalf Of Dietmar Goldbeck

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