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Choosing an Embedded Linux-Based Deployment Method 55
After you have determined which deployment method best suits the needs of your organization, you are
ready to begin building the DTK deployment directory structure on a network volume. For instructions
on installing the DTK components and populating the deployment directory structure, see "Preparing
the Directory Structure for Deployment in Embedded Linux."
Deployment solution
framework from a
third-party vendor
Mixed • The DTK can be used in
the context of third-party
deployment solution
framework.
• Third-party deployment
solution framework is
used as the deployment
transport mechanism.
• Tasks and scripts can be
pushed to the target
systems.
Must either acquire and learn to use
or have an existing third-party
deployment solution framework.
PXE boot High
• Everything is in one place
on a network share.
• Easy to manage—changes
have to be made in only in
one place.
• High flexibility for remote
deployment.
• No media required.
• Faster deployment.
• Must have high-speed connectivity
to network (LAN).
• Set up time is longer.
Table 6-1. Deployment Method Matrix (continued)
Deployment Methods Complexity Advantages Disadvantages