On 14 May 2004, John Chronakis wrote: > Hi, > > Although I am an old Linux user, I have never used debian, and I am a > bit confused about the various versions. > > I would like to install testing (sarge) on a small business server > (gateway, firewall, mail, web, ftp etc). > I know that I should install stable, but somehow I don't want to. So I > have some questions. > > Do things break often with testing? > Will I have problems with security updates? > Is testing on a business server an awfully idea, or just not recommended. > > I am asking those with debian experience, since I cannot judge only by > what I am reading on the official site. > > Thanks. >
Have a look in the archive (via Google if you like); there was an extensive discussion of this subject a couple of weeks ago. The general conclusion was that Unstable is the way to go in preference to Testing, especially as regards security updates. Anthony -- [EMAIL PROTECTED] || http://www.acampbell.org.uk using Linux GNU/Debian || for book reviews, electronic Windows-free zone || books and skeptical articles -- To UNSUBSCRIBE, email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with a subject of "unsubscribe". Trouble? Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]
