I think the distribution holy wars are irrelevant and a waste of time. The "best" distribution should be based on personal preference.
The real concern should be maintaining compatability across _all_ Linux distributions. In other words, if I can compile and run my program on the Red Hat distribution, I should be able to do the same on Debian, Slackware, and all the rest. In my humble opinion, Linux application development (and ports) should not be done with one particular distribution in mind, but with _general_ Linux in mind. Just thoughts. Matt -- Matt Garman, [EMAIL PROTECTED] "They're always havin' a good time down on the bayou, Lord, them delta women think the world of me." -- Dickey Betts, "Ramblin' Man"