Chapter 1. Installing CentOS

In this chapter, we will cover:

Downloading CentOS and confirming the checksum on a Windows desktop
Performing an installation of CentOS using the graphical installer
Running a netinstall over HTTP
Installing CentOS in Text Mode and building a minimal installation
Re-installing the boot loader
Updating the installation and enhancing the minimal install with additional administration and development tools
Finishing the installation process with Firstboot
Adding the GNOME desktop environment, changing the runlevel, and installing additional software