Re: ppp set up

[David <davidpalmer@westnet.com.au>]

jamesfoster wrote:
> Hi,
Hello James,

> I still cannot set up dial up internet connection for Debian Etch.
> Help! I try to install the wvdial program but get
>
> 'Error: Dependency is not satisfied: libaniconf4.2'

I don't know what that's about.
If it's a dependency, apt should pull it in.
> so no joy there.
>
> I have installed the ppp program as advised in a help section of the
> Debian.org site but when I type in 'pppconfig' as advised on the root
> terminal, it doesn't recognise the command.

Probably because it's not installed.
It's an app in its own right and therefore must be installed independently.

After installation, you'll be able to call it up from a root terminal.
> I cant' find a program called 'ppppam' that the help notes advised me
> to install with the 'ppp' program.

If it hasn't been pulled in as a dependency it probably isn't necessary
with the average end-user box.
> Please help me to resolve my problem (if possible in simple, clear
> layman's language) or direct me to easy to follow, comprehensive
> instructions. I am trying to break away from the microsoft monopoly,
> but drowning in the process.

Master the dog-paddle before jumping in the deep end.
> Thanks

No worries.

..
David Palmer
Linux User - #352034