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6.53. Patch-2.6.1
The Patch package contains a program for modifying or creating files by applying a “patch” file typically created
by the diff program.
Approximate build time: less than 0.1 SBU
Required disk space: 1.9 MB
6.53.1. Installation of Patch
Apply a patch to prevent the test suite from running a test that requires ed:
patch -Np1 -i ../patch-2.6.1-test_fix-1.patch
Prepare Patch for compilation:
./configure --prefix=/usr
Compile the package:
make
To test the results, issue:
make check
Install the package:
make install
6.53.2. Contents of Patch
Installed program: patch
Short Descriptions
patch Modifies files according to a patch file. A patch file is normally a difference listing created with the diff
program. By applying these differences to the original files, patch creates the patched versions.
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