Hi Postfix users,
I would like to try and install a later version of Postfix (and
postfix-mysql) than the Debian stable (Jessie) repository currently
offers (2.11.3-1). I've looked at building Postfix 3.1 from source, but
I'm finding it hard to follow the instructions. This is wholly down to
*my* lack of understanding regarding the building process and
dependences I would need to build in for my system and no reflection on
the author.
As an alternative to building from source, I am also considering the
easier option of installing version 3.0.4-5 from the Debian testing
source (Stretch) using a pinned source list. This leaves me with a
question on dependencies. Should I install postfix dependencies from
the Debian Stretch source list which may upset Jessie's stability, or
instead download them from Jessie which may cause Postfix problems ?
If I were to attempt to build 3.1, would it be better to first install
2.11 and get that up an running? I ask as there may be less dependencies
to build into 3.1, and certainly less to configure if the main.cf and
master.cf already exist.
To sum up, I don't know which way to go, though I'm thinking 3.1 would
be the best route long term. Any suggestions welcomed.
Best wishes,
Mick.
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