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>where is it discouraged? Does linux typically put /usr/X11R6/lib
>into gcc's default runtime path?
I got flamed on usenet recently when I brought up the use of
LD_LIBRARY_PATH vs rpath. However, Debian seems to be the most vocal
opponent of rpath:
Random links (some against, one for):
http://wiki.debian.net/index.cgi?RpathIssue
http://people.debian.org/~che/personal/rpath-considered-harmful
http://www.netfort.gr.jp/~dancer/column/libpkg-guide/libpkg-guide.html#AEN465
http://www.visi.com/~barr/ldpath.html
Either way, I'm willing to entertain reasons for or against.
>
>What would be the appropriate way to turn on/off the rpath stuff?
>There could be an --enable-rpath/--disable-rpath or it could be
>a switch based on OS, although I'm not a fan of the latter.
>
Since this debate isn't going to be settled, a flag to enable or disable
would a grand solution.
-Ales
