8.10 : usb creation function = usable/updatable ubuntu or just = install CD ?

[Browser_ice]

On the Ubuntu 8.10, the USB creation thing, does it simply creates the equivalent of an install CD on a USB or does it create a usable/updatable persistent Ubuntu on a USB ?

[zwygart]

Boot is possible, I tried copying the iso on the key and it worked.
You may also execute an installation CD and install on the flash drive. This will make a normal installation.
It haves also some workaround, copying the iso and edit some files to make it persistent.

Lock at this http://www.pendrivelinux.com/2008/10/15/ubuntu-810-persistent-flash-drive-install-from-live-cd/
http://www.pcmech.com/article/ubuntu-804-persistent-install-to-usb-stick/
http://www.debuntu.org/how-to-install-ubuntu-linux-on-usb-bar-p2

Make some searchon google. It should not be difficult.

[Mud.Knee.Havoc]

Why not do it the easy way with the USB installer that's in the menu?

http://www.pendrivelinux.com/2008/11/01/ubuntu-810-install-using-the-built-in-usb-installer/