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I can't recommend more strongly the use of rsync to keep your ISO files up to date. I run on a 56kb connection and use one of the Knoppix rsync mirrors to minimise downloads when there is an update. Sure, even if the change is only a few 100kb there is a time penalty as the file checksums are run through to find those changes, but sure cuts the time and bandwidth compared to downloading the full ISO each time. However, watch out for the trap of an interupted rsync download - it can turn into a complete download if that happens. Do a google search on "rsync" and "large files" to point you to Wiki pages that explain the pitfalls on that topic. Gavin.

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