The fdisk program has an option for listing the possible partition types. However, the columns aren't wide enough and the names of the types are truncated. Where can I find a correct listing of the types? Even better, where can I find an explanation of them? For instance, there are three different types for extended partitions: 5 Extended f Windows 95 Extended 85 Linux extended Why is that, and what's the best one to use for a multi-OS disk? Paul Abrahams -- To unsubscribe send e-mail to suse-linux-e-unsubscribe@suse.com For additional commands send e-mail to suse-linux-e-help@suse.com Also check the FAQ at http://www.suse.com/support/faq