Joseph Chen wrote:

> Hi,
>
> I want to try install glib-2.1.2 as the default in my Mandrake 6.1 system,
> because it is required by jdk1.2.2-linux-rc3.  But I am very very nervous
> about doing that, fearing the whole system could be screwed.  So I am
> seeking the advices on doing this from people have done this glib
> replacing thing.  What are the steps? What should I avoid?
>
> Thanks,
>
> -- Joe

Technically, they are supposed to be backwards compatible.  However, to make
certain, put the new lib in /usr/local and point the java at it with
environment variable exports.

Civileme

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