Creating my own OS image

[MadMax08]

Hey guys. I'm new here, but i think i'm pretty good with my computer stuff. I'd like to create my own image for an operating system. either XP, Vista or Ubuntu, i haven't decided yet. I ask because everytime i reformat my computer, i have to go hunt down drivers, programs, etc, each time i do that. is there a way i can create my own image with drivers, programs, etc already on there?

Thanks in advance,

Max

 

[addle_brains]

The easy way is to copy your installation CD/DVD and in it, create a new folder called APP where you store everything. Otherwise, you need to look into unattended installations.

Look here.

 

[MadMax08]

thanks addle. your link looks like what i'm looking for! do they have a guide like this for vista and/or linux?

 

[MadMax08]

i'm using nLite to create the disc, but where do i find all my windows updates? what's the default download location for those?