> Hey, > So what do you on debian if you want a newer version of a program or a > program that isnt in apt-get's list at all, just go get the src and > compile it? and it should be fine or would this makes things unstable?
If at all possible, you should not install anything in non-deb format, unless you exactly know what you are doing and how to do it without breaking consistency of your system. In most cases a deb may be obtained. If you don't know yet how to create debs, educate yourself. It's not difficult. Just read new maintainer's guide :). If you really have to install in non-deb format, install to some directories that are not under dpkg control (/usr/local/ or /opt or better your home directory). -- To UNSUBSCRIBE, email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with a subject of "unsubscribe". Trouble? Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]
