RPM and Add remove programs

[Paul Howarth]

Guillermo Garron wrote:
> Hi,
> 
> I have just installed FC4, and i invoque the automated upgrade software, 
> i upgraded the RPM software and now when i want to add more programs to 
> my linux from the original CDs it says it can't do it because it is 
> looking for the old version of rpm software.
> 
> Does any body had this issue before?

Yes, it's a well-known problem with this program, which will be replaced 
in FC5 by a yum-based installer.

For FC4 (and FC3, which has the same issue), the best bet is to install 
software using yum or one of the GUIs for it.

Paul.