[ltp] Remove hidden partitions

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Thu, 18 Aug 2005 17:45:46 -0400


Jaime Iniesta wrote:

> I still wonder why IBM decided to waste space on the drive instead of 
> supplying a CD with the Windows installer. Do you think that hidden 
> partition is any good?

I think it's a dumb idea. I've been told that it's because Microsoft doesn't
want anyone distributing CD sets that can install Windows. Whether or not
that's true, it sure sounds like typical MS.

You can make your own set of recovery CDs using an IBM-supplied utility 
in your
XP install. I recommend doing that before you wipe out the recovery partition.

Joe