Hi,
I am a relatively experienced linux user, who is used to compiling custom
kernels using tarballs from ftp.kernal.xx.org. I have installed Mandrake 7.0 to
have a look and would now like to customize the kernel. The bottom line is, I
would prefer to go via the tarball route rather than rpm's, but I'd like to
know a little more about Mandrake before deciding.
I gather from the rpm names (kernel-2.2.16-4mdk.src.rpm and
kernel-linus-2.2.16-2mdk.src.rpm) that there is some customization done by
Mandrake to the pristine kernel sources. How much, and do any experienced users
out there have a feel for how *well* ? Also, there is a guide on mandrake.org
which suggests updating the "kernel-headers" rpm ... I can't find this for V7.0
Can I use kernel headers and source from (for example) V7.1 to update
the kernel in V7.0 ? If not, do I need any more than kernel-2.2.16-4mdk.src.rpm
to update V7.0 via the rpm route ?
Anyone have any experience to share re upgrading via tarballs (P/PPro/PII/PIII
optimization ?)
Brgds, Alan
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