Re: "command not found" -- thanks!


Evan (eread@netaccess.co.nz)
Sat, 12 Jun 1999 07:29:42 +1200


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> To permanently add the current directory for a user, you must edit a
> startup file so that the above command is executed every time that user
> logs in. Typically, this file is ~/.bashrc
> Add the line 'export PATH=$PATH:.' to the .bashrc file in your home
> directory if you like. The global startup file is usually /etc/bashrc
>
> The reason the current directory is not always included in a path is
> because it might be possible for a cracker to trick you into running a
> malicious program. If you trust the users on your machine, then you might
> be safe in adding this directory. If you don't trust the users on your
> machine, then you shouldn't do this.
>
> Hope this nails the problem on the head.
>
> -Ben Karas

Yep... All fixed.

You guys are great.

BTW, the static one is fine. The other one gets a library error so that is
cool.

But Dan, really hoping for a X version of SETI SOON!

--
Evan Read

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