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Hi guys.
I've just done something dumb - deleted an essential package (util-linux)
My system no longer works. I have that package in /var/cache, but pacman wont install it, as it gives the error that there is a db.lk file (there's not)
I know I'm stupid - but is there another way to install this package from the cache?
Lots of basic system commands dont work either
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get into the system using a live Arch cd and then mount your root and /var in some folder use the -r flag of pacman to install the package again
There's no such thing as a stupid question, but there sure are a lot of inquisitive idiots !
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thanks - I'm creating an Arch usb stick now. Can't believe I was so stupid.
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