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Re: Upgrade from 2.9 to 3.x?


On Mon, 12 May 2003, Scott Robert Ladd wrote:
> Some Linux distributions include both GCC 2.9x and GCC 3.x, giving one
> or the other a special name (say, gcc-3) or using symbolic links to set
> which compiler you're using.

Let's not get into debates about this here, but please note that the
FSF/the GNU project prefers the term GNU/Linux distribution, as any
such distribution is much more than just the kernel:

  http://www.gnu.org/gnu/gnu-linux-faq.html

> The main gcc web site (http://gcc.gnu.org) has relatively clear
> documentation on configuring, compiling, and installing gcc from source.

Thanks. ;-)  Of course suggestions and improvements are always welcome.

Gerald
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