Re: Logbook - RCS
On Wed, 17 Dec 2003 at 17:11 GMT, Gruessle penned:
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> I found following in the "Configuration HOWTO" manual. My question is
> what software do U use as Logbook and what in RCS?
Assuming you mean "what *is* RCS?" ...
RCS is "Revision Control System". It's a tool that lets you track
changes in individual files.
CVS is (sort of) directory-aware, but uses RCS under the covers.
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> 2.2. Start the Logbook! To keep your installation in shape, it's
> essential that you know exactly what happened to your machine, which
> packages you installed that day, what you removed or modified, and so
> on. So, the first thing you'll do before you tamper with your machine
> is start a ``logbook''. Therein you'll take note of every move you
> make as root; in my own logbook I also keep a section where I list all
> modified system files, additional .rpms, and .tar.gz I installed.
> Optimally, backtracking your moves you should be able to re-obtain a
> fresh installation.
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> Make a backup copy of the system files you touch. Better still, use
> RCS; you'll be able to backtrack all changes. Never work as root
> without logging your moves!
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--
monique
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