[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > [...] > I read a lot about kernel updates in this list, but I still have the > following (understanding?) problem: > > When I install a new kernel from on of the repositories > > http://download.opensuse.org/repositories/Kernel:/Vanilla/openSUSE_10.3/ > or > http://download.opensuse.org/repositories/Kernel:/HEAD/openSUSE_Factory/i586/ > > I get the "most current" Version of the kernel. When I now want to stick > to a specific version, lets say 2.6.23 or 2.6.24 (when finished), where > will I get the security updates for the version? The repositories will > change to the newer branch again, won't they?
Why do you want to upgrade to such a kernel? Is there a specific reason for it? You shouldn't play with those kernels unless you know exactly what you are doing or those new kernels support later hardware that isn't supported by the box kernel. Stick with the box kernel, and you will get all necessary updates. The repositories mentioned above (and most other kernel repositories) contain snapshots of kernels as RPMs. There's no archive for those kernel RPMs and there are no updates. Those kernels aren't officially supported. > Also, where do I get the 2.6.23 build now, when there are already the > 2.6.24-rc builds in the repositories? You don't get them anymore. The repositories contain snapshots only. If you want to compile your own kernel, you don't have to create a kernel RPM package. There's no real advantage in doing so. However, be warned: when you compile your own kernel, then it's up to you to install the latest patches/bugfixes/updates to keep your system secure. Th. -- To unsubscribe, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] For additional commands, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
