At 22:49 16/03/00 -0400, you wrote:
>"James E. Jennison" wrote:
> >
> > Do I need to be root in order to make packages using RPM? I've been
> trying to
> > using my normal user account, and if I can do it this way, I can't
> figure out
> > how. Any info would be appreciated.
>
>Have a look at the RPM section of our website. Then consult the document
>called mdk-rpm mini HOWTO. All should be there.
If u know how to make yourself a super user u can "swap" to root without
needing to login again, even some programs allow u to use them aslong as u
know the password for root.
Regards,
Pieter