Paul wrote:
Hi Folks
After installing RH8.0 over the weekend and getting really (and I mean *really) **** off with yet another compiler producing broken binaries, I think it's about time to look at another linux base. Some questions for the Gentoo experts (cos gentoo.org times out on me).
Do I need an existing linux install as I would with Linux From Scratch ?
No, boot from CD and go for it.
What compiler does it use ?
1.2 uses GCC 2.95, 1.4 (still in beta but stable) uses V3
Does the gentoo CD come with sources for useable desktop environments such as KDE ?
No, one downloads everything from the net. Well, sort of everything, it depends on how much optimisation you want: there are pre-built binaries on the CD.
How long would it take to build a working system (complete with X and KDE) on a Duron 800MHz box ?
Quite a long time! The basic system takes about 4 hours on that sort of box, KDE and X? Well, I'd let it run overnight...
Give it a try, you won't regret it!