> > Hi all, > > Is there a way to tar files without using the Archive::TAR module which is > known to be very slow and ressource guzzler (comment in the faq). > > I am looking for a Perl module directly linked to the C library of tar to > have almost the same performance and the power of perl ? > > Thanks in advance > > Michel >
Well since you framed the question in this manner, aka you know about the module, I hope have tested it to see if it works for your stuff, and rejected it for a good reason, why not shell out? (I know, I know)... But Perl does have this capability and is probably better at it than other languages, just make sure you do the proper amount of work with it. Aka use full paths, taint checking, check return codes, etc. perldoc -f system There has to be a good reason why there isn't an XS tar, not that I know what it is.... http://danconia.org -- To unsubscribe, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] For additional commands, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <http://learn.perl.org/> <http://learn.perl.org/first-response>
