I am curious as to "why" VMware recommends the individual installers for upgrades? As far as I know this is NOT the case for upgrading from 5.0 or 4.1 to 5.1 - what are the problems that are encountered when upgrading from 5.1.x to a newer build of 5.1?
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"I like flaws and feel more comfortable around people who have them. I myself am made entirely of flaws, stitched together with good intentions."
Augusten Burroughs