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88 Choosing an Embedded Linux-Based Deployment Method
Remote
deployment over a
network (bootable
embedded Linux
CD with network
stack loaded)
Moderate
• Everything is in
one place in a
network share.
• Easy to manage—
changes have to
be made in only
one place.
• Data captured
(profiles) can be
stored in a
network share.
• Data can be
replicated from a
network share.
• Can install
supported Linux
operating systems.
• Must have network
connection.
• Deployment tasks must
be performed at the
individual target system.
• Must locate the
appropriate embedded
Linux network drivers.
• Not supported from a
mapped NetWare
system.
Deployment
solution
framework from a
third-party vendor
Mixed
• The DTK can be
used in the
context of third-
party deployment
solution
framework.
• Third-party
deployment
solution
framework is used
as the deployment
transport
mechanism.
• Tasks and scripts
can be pushed to
the target systems.
Must either acquire and
learn to use or have an
existing third-party
deployment solution
framework.
Table 6-1. Deployment Method Matrix (continued)
Deployment
Methods
Complexity Advantages Disadvantages