John Smiley wrote:
It isn't just RH that chooses this method. Every linux site that I've seen, other than SuSE, uses the same standard.
John
It's my understanding that the SuSE "ssh.rpm" or "proftpd.rpm" or whatever, is simply a link to the actual "ssh-2.3.x.rpm" or "proftpd-1.2.0.rpm". Someone from SuSE can confirm if this is true or if I'm just tooting out my backside... I also understand that this doesn't answer your question either ;^) I seem to recall being able to browse the SuSE ftp archive and see the actual rpm as well as the link. Can't seem to do that now, and I'm not sure why. As for the kernel sources, it's my understanding that you can most certainly use the kernel sources from kernel.org, you just don't get the extra mods and enhancements that SuSE provides. Ken -- Ken Hughes (kenh@ast-inc.com) | There are three ways to get Automated Systems of Tacoma, Inc. | something done: do it yourself, Information Technology | hire someone to do it, or forbid 253.475.0200(Voice) / 253.472.7164(Fax) | your kids to do it.