> Hello, > > I've just installed the Taper 6.8.2 backup to tape programme. > > I have encountered a curious phenomena namely that I cannot type any > characters in the message boxes, i.e. name of backup etc. > > The cursor left and right arrows are the only things that work. > > The programme is a semi-graphic type of programme i.e. colours, cursor > driven menu, etc. and I was wondering if I needed to do something with > setterm. > > Anyone got an idea?
sounds like an ncurses problem. Try reinstalling ncurses3.0 and/or ncurses3.4 packages (depending on whether you run stable or unstable). -- Proudly running Debian Linux! Linux vs. Windows is a no-Win situation.... Igor Grobman [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- TO UNSUBSCRIBE FROM THIS MAILING LIST: e-mail the word "unsubscribe" to [EMAIL PROTECTED] . Trouble? e-mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] .