> IIRC, >90% of the "how do i make SMP work on my box" messages
> on this list come from RedBonnet users.
Not really a valid argument, if 90% of the users out there are using Red
Hat.
> OK so SMP is a newish phenomenon; what happens when a RedBeret
> machine chokes on a perl module because its rpm was built with
> a different compiler than your perl?
>
> I think the rpms are a cute idea for newbies. But as soon
> as you step out of the comfort zone of your distribution CD
> you need to be more of an expert than your average wizard.
Just because rpm is there doesn't tie you to it. It just makes life easier
in some respects.
I would agree with the school of thought to use what you are used to. So
what if Slackware isn't based on GLIBC? Slackware is easy to use, and
stable. The major thing you want to watch out for is that the distribution
you pick is kernel 2.2.x ready. It will make your life easier.
cheers,
-Matt
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