As far as I know, you need root-access to compile a kernel. Telnet normally doesn't allow root-access wich suggests you can't use telnet. I know everyone else is saying it can be done but I just tried telnetting via loopback and the root account isn't accessible. Maybe you can set-up up an account and su to root that way. _______________________________________________ Blinux-list@xxxxxxxxxx https://www.redhat.com/mailman/listinfo/blinux-list