Re: OK, how do I UNinstall programs?

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From: spblunt
Date: Sat, 24 Apr 1999 00:00

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Jason Stokes <jstok@bluedog.apana.org.au> wrote:

> Why "Linuxuser@windows98.com" is using tarballs long after they've been made
> obsolescenct by clean package management facilities is beyond me.  Even the
> developers of various packages aren't using tarballs much any more,
> preferring access to revisions over CVS.

Arrr, package managers are evil.  Give me source anyday.

cya

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Subject: Re: OK, how do I  UNinstall programs?
Date: 1999/04/24
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