On Wed, 17 Dec 2003 at 17:11 GMT, Gruessle penned: > > > I found following in the "Configuration HOWTO" manual. My question is > what software do U use as Logbook and what in RCS?
Assuming you mean "what *is* RCS?" ... RCS is "Revision Control System". It's a tool that lets you track changes in individual files. CVS is (sort of) directory-aware, but uses RCS under the covers. > > 2.2. Start the Logbook! To keep your installation in shape, it's > essential that you know exactly what happened to your machine, which > packages you installed that day, what you removed or modified, and so > on. So, the first thing you'll do before you tamper with your machine > is start a ``logbook''. Therein you'll take note of every move you > make as root; in my own logbook I also keep a section where I list all > modified system files, additional .rpms, and .tar.gz I installed. > Optimally, backtracking your moves you should be able to re-obtain a > fresh installation. > > Make a backup copy of the system files you touch. Better still, use > RCS; you'll be able to backtrack all changes. Never work as root > without logging your moves! > > -- monique -- To UNSUBSCRIBE, email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with a subject of "unsubscribe". Trouble? Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]