I'm not one to overreact, but I've got a serious problem with my Python installation. I've tried to install from source, and I've tried to install with apt-get, but no matter which method I use, my installation is crippled. When I try to install Python 2.6.2 or 2.6.1, the installer warns me that it has failed to install zlib and binascii. I promptly looked up my error and found only a single other instance of it: http://www.velocityreviews.com/forums/t648624-building-from-source-zlibbinascii-problems-252261.html. I asked the python help mailing list for answers, but that effort stalled out as well and didn't leave a public record (python-help's archives are private.)
I will try to provide all the necessary information, and I'll be glad to execute whatever tests or experiments you need. However, I will need specific instructions because I don't have much experience with Linux and the terminal. I'm using Intrepid Ibex 64 bit on a PC. Attached is a zip file containing the output of ./configure and make. If you need any more info, just tell me how to get it for you. Thanks for helping. Best regards, Evan Kroske
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