Dial up users may appreciate this tutorial on how to upgrade to 8.10 from 8.04
using bittorrent:
torrentfreak.com/use-bittorrent-to-upgrade-to-ubuntu-intrepid-ibex-081029\
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I have not used it as I have no need. I have 8.10 already installed and updated
from RC1. However, I would like to hear from anyone who uses it and how it goes.