[NMLUG] Mandriva 2007 shortcoming

[sbrowne at ix.netcom.com (Steve Browne)]

On Wed, 25 Oct 2006 10:26:21 -0600, you wrote:

>  I like Gentoo.
>
>  I never have problems installing pre-compiled software, because I don't 
>install precompiled software.  I install everything from source.  I was a 
>little annoyed when they started not supporting stage 1 installs (start by 
>compiling your install environment) and a little more when it stopped 
>working.  But with a stage 3 install, I can still completely recompile my 
>entire system.  I can't think of a better test to make sure your hardware is 
>up to snuff or a better way to ensure your software is all consistent.

That is the ideal solution, but tedious. I considered trying Gentoo
but noted that the release is only one CD; I've gotten spoiled by
distros-on-DVD with loads of apps and libraries. Debian is the
quantity-leader in this aspect. Unfortunately, Debian will not
announce a schedule for the release of ETCH. But soon...

Steve
Stephen B. Browne
sbrowne at ix.netcom.com
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