On Sat, 29 Mar 2003 12:04:22 -0500 "Roberto Sanchez" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> I am running Woody with 2.4.18-bf2.4 kernel. I am wondering if I > should bother upgrading my kernel? If there is no point to upgrading > now, what should I look for that will make it worthwhile? I realize > this is a pretty basic question, but I am still working to understand > all the intricacies of Linux (i.e., I never had to worry about > upgrading the kernel in Windows ;) I recommend everyone recompile the kernel, just to prove to yourself that you can. In Linux fear of a task is often worse than the task itself. And since you're going to compile a kernel :) you may as well compile the latest version; 2.4.20 patched for the security exploit is available now in Sid. Go here for a tutorial on compiling kernels The Debian Way: http://newbiedoc.sourceforge.net/system/kernel-pkg.html Kevin -- To UNSUBSCRIBE, email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with a subject of "unsubscribe". Trouble? Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]
