Can GNU parted create a partition of the maximum possible size?

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Issue

  • In a script parted should be used to create a partition of the maximal size the underlying block device allows.
  • This should be used in scripts so should not require user interaction.

Environment

  • Linux
  • Shell script using GNU parted

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