Is there a way to update the Linux kernel (in Ubuntu, in this instance) without using an Internet connection within Ubuntu? Updating the Linux kernel would allow me to install ndiswrapper so that I can get a working Internet connection in Ubuntu (I don't have an ethernet connection in my PC.) How can I accomplish this?
How can you update the Linux kernel without an Internet connection?
You NEED to get your hands on the new kernel or its sources. However you do it, it is up to you. Question, what version of Ubuntu you are using? And what is your wireless adaptor? Fedora provides great wireless network support.
"This release provides a number of firmware packages for enhanced wireless networking. NetworkManager presents a graphical interface that allows users to quickly switch between wireless and wired networks for increased mobility. NetworkManager is installed by default in both GNOME and KDE Live CDs."
--Fedora Project Wiki.
If you wish to remain with Ubuntu, you NEED the sources or the kernel to update it, either by means of network connectivity, CD, flash drives....
Reply:You don't say which version of Ubuntu you have, but I think every recent version was quite willing to install ndiswrapper right after installation - without any kernel updating necessary.
A kernel update will not get you ndiswrapper, and it won't give you internet access. If ndiswrapper isn't on your installation DVD, you will still need internet access through a network / dsl connection to gain access to and install ndiswrapper. Don't worry about a kernel update, get the wired internet connection to gain access to ndiswrapper (as well as the kernel upgrades and every other upgrade that exists to date).
Reply:there may be a way but I just get the newest OS and install fresh after backing up my goodies some say is far simpler
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