On Thu, 22 Dec 2005 13:48:38 -0700, Tom Smith wrote: > I've got a couple of RPM-based programs to install (there's also an > option to install their .deb equivalent). > > What is the best way to install the RPMs on Gentoo? I personally prefer > apt from Debian but couldn't find that in Portage. The only thing I was > able to locate with "rpm". The main thing I'm looking to do is maintain > full compatibility with Gentoo, rather than having init scripts put rc.x > directories and such. > > Thanks in advance for your help. > > ~ Tom
Well, maintaining full compat with gentoo while installing RPMs is a contradiction. Each install system handles dependencies differently and do not communicate with each other. You will need to examine each RPM for the packages it needs and then see that your gentoo rig has the packages (ebuilds) installed. The easiest way is by examining the spec file. Then, go ahead and install with --nodeps. This will allow the RPM to go ahead and install itself without wanting to pull in the whole universe. Gentoo does not have any RPM database. Lastly, consider filing a bug report to suggest an ebuild for any RPM packages you think may benefit others. Phil's suggestion is also excellent and you certainly should try that too. Good luck -- gentoo-user@gentoo.org mailing list
