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[Eric Hoeve]

James Fagan wrote:
>>>> I also compiled with default options and --disable-zlib-vcheck on
>>>> RHEL 4.
>>>>
>>>> Denis
>> Just asking, but... is it ok to download/compile/install the latest
> zlib
>> from zlib.net? I know most bugfixes have been backported to whatever
>> version of zlib ships with RHEL4 and its clones, but I'd like to know
> if
>> there's anything I should look out for.
> 
> 
> I have done this before. From what I recall, there were no problems. I
> forgot why the zlib package reports some version error, but I think it
> was a mistake. Try on a test server to yum remove zlib, then build from
> source. The only thing is this will be a package that you will have to
> update manualy in case of security/enhancements/changes. 

Alex,

I know it is tempting to install the latest versions of various pieces
of software, but I would advise against it unless you have a compeling
reason for a particular version. It also requires you to maintain that
software on your own as James noted.

As new versions come out, and old APIs become deprecated it has a
tendency to break things. Thats why many distros backport fixes.

-Eric

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