I have a 32GB flash drive. I wish to use Ubuntu 20.10 off it (it's for an open rig without any storage meant for Ethash mining).
I first did a normal flashing. I selected "Try Ubuntu", but no update will finish. apt get update
gave errors like not enough space, which is fine.
I can set a persistent partition size of up to 4GB, I read, to successfully update software. I don't foresee any major upgrade on this machine, it will only run the terminal. In fact I don't need most of the utilities and software except Firefox.
However, on an article on HowToGeek, I read that:
- You can’t modify system files, like the kernel. Which is fine. All I need is the terminal running 24/7.
- You can’t perform major system upgrades. Also fine. The basic 20.10 works for me.
- You also can’t install hardware drivers. Huge no. I need all my GPUs to be properly recognized and their drivers properly installed.
Can someone tell me how to "use" Ubuntu off a flash drive (not run or try Ubuntu) on a machine with no storage where I can install Nvidia's proprietary drivers?
Or that is it impossible?
Thanks.