On Thu, 22 Jan 2004, Pedro Hernandez wrote: > Hello all! > > I am new to Debian and feel somewhat confused over the versions of some > packages. For example the package for courier-imap state version > 1.4.3-2.3 while the lates stable version of the software appeare to be > 2.2.1 which seems to be quite a great difference. Why aren't there > packages with newer versions available?
Debian stable aims for well, stability so the old packages are known to be secure and work. If you want newer versions have a look at things like apt-get.org and backports.org HTH Rus -- e: [EMAIL PROTECTED] t: 1-888-327-6330 www.jvds.com - Root on your own box www.vpscolo.com - Your next hosting company -- To UNSUBSCRIBE, email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with a subject of "unsubscribe". Trouble? Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]
