Re: distros

[Adam Williams <adam@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

>>> Any suggestions on whether I should spring the $30 for 6.2 (Bruce's
>>> comment says I should)? 
>>I would.  

I would to.

>>If this is going on a public network (internet), you also should
>>download all of the updates.  There have been a lot of security
>>advisories since 6.2 came out, including a new kernel.
>Good to know.  Is it difficult to install a new kernel?

Nope.  The worst part is having to reboot (Yuck!) but shortly after
2.4 Linux will be self hosting which should solve that problem (You
can run multiple kernels).  There are step by step instructions for
upgrading the kernel on RedHat's web site.

>>> Has anyone installed LINUX on a Compac server?
>>Not me.
>Shucks.  Maybe someone else?

Installing on a Compaq PC was bad enough.