Why can't I do a text installation using Simple Chinese language?
Issue
When performing a text-based installation of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5, it is possible to select "Chinese(Simplified)" as the default language; however, upon selection, the installer will display an error message stating that "Chinese(Simplified) is unavailable in text mode..."
Environment
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5
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