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How can I add a .iso file created by APTonCD to Software Sources as a new repository.

Asked by Energizor

What are the procedures for adding a .iso file created by APTonCD to Software Sources as a new repository. Note that the .iso file is not on a CD but on an external hard drive.

I am particularly interested in how to write the APT line for the .iso file.

My understanding is that this process I described will allow me to restore all installed software and software preferences saved to the .iso file. After the new repository is added, I can installed said software and preferences without an internet connection. Is this correct?

Many thanks!

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actionparsnip (andrew-woodhead666) said : 		#1

https://help.ubuntu.com/community/APTonCD

Mount the ISO and use the CD. It may work

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Energizor (e-mailtion) said : 		#2

Hi,

Thanks for the quick reply. I don't know how to mount the ISO.

I am particularly interested in how to write the APT line for the .iso file in Software Sources.

Also, are the following statements correct?:

"What are the procedures for adding a .iso file created by APTonCD to Software Sources as a new repository. Note that the .iso file is not on a CD but on an external hard drive.

I am particularly interested in how to write the APT line for the .iso file.

My understanding is that this process I described will allow me to restore all installed software and software preferences saved to the .iso file. After the new repository is added, I can installed said software and preferences without an internet connection. Is this correct?"

Thanks!

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actionparsnip (andrew-woodhead666) said : 		#3

You can mount the iso easily with:

sudo mkdir /media/iso

This is a mount point, you can then mount the file with:

sudo mount -o loop /path/to/filename.iso /media/iso

Just need to change /path/to/filename.iso to the actual file you want to mount. Windows needs 3rd party apps to do this but it is native to the kernel in Linux.

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