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The optional '''rmc''' ('''<u>r</u>'''e'''<u>m</u>'''ove '''<u>c</u>'''urrent) component is of vital importance. Using this will result in your existing kernel being deleted upon the installation of the new kernel. Otherwise, if it is not used, then the existing kernel will be kept, and will be selectable alongside the new kernel at the boot screen. '''It is recommended - especially if updating to the latest bleeding edge kernel - to keep your old one, even if only for a short time afterwards'''. This the safer option, and the old kernel can be easily removed when satisfied with the stability and functionality of the new one. | The optional '''rmc''' ('''<u>r</u>'''e'''<u>m</u>'''ove '''<u>c</u>'''urrent) component is of vital importance. Using this will result in your existing kernel being deleted upon the installation of the new kernel. Otherwise, if it is not used, then the existing kernel will be kept, and will be selectable alongside the new kernel at the boot screen. '''It is recommended - especially if updating to the latest bleeding edge kernel - to keep your old one, even if only for a short time afterwards'''. This the safer option, and the old kernel can be easily removed when satisfied with the stability and functionality of the new one. | ||
As an example, once the terminal is opened, the following command will install | |||
As an example, once the terminal is opened, the following command will install a new kernel (3.6) '''without deleting the existing kernel currently being used''': | |||
sudo mhwd-kernel linux36 | sudo mhwd-kernel linux36 | ||
Otherwise, the following command will install | Otherwise, the following command will install a new kernel (3.6) to replace the existing kernel, '''which will be deleted''': | ||
sudo mhwd-kernel linux36 '''rmc''' | sudo mhwd-kernel linux36 '''rmc''' | ||