Re: What is best method on RH for getting *new* versions ofinstalled software

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So are most rpms for 8.0 the same as for 7.3? Can I use the 8.0 rpms on
my 7.3 system?


On Mon, 2003-02-24 at 12:59, Sergio Durand wrote:
> you can use rhn for keep your system updated ..
> it's come with rh8...
> 
> or use apt-get tool .. (i like most)
> 
> http://psyche.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=244
> http://freshrpms.net/apt/genaptrep.sh
> 
> after installed apt, simply do it:
> apt-get update (to retrive the lasted packages)
> apt-get upgrade (to install them)
>    ot
> apt-get install any-package
> 
> 
> 
> Cliff Sarginson wrote:
> > Hello,
> > I am still getting used to the Redhat way so to speak..
> > What is the general procedure if you want a new version of something.
> > An example: I am setting up a new server with RH, I installed
> > spamassassin, but of course got the version current at the time the iso
> > was made.
> > I want the latest version. Do people generally get this from the
> > originating site..I notice RH RPM's are commonly available there, or is
> > there somewhere/way that it can be/should be done vie RH itself ?
> > 
> > I obviously want to follow the best practise with not hybridising my
> > installation too much.
> > 
> > Thanks.
> > 
> 
> 
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