473,748 Members | 2,211 Online
Bytes | Software Development & Data Engineering Community
+ Post

Home Posts Topics Members FAQ

cygwin or activestate ?

Which is better perl setup on w98se:

Full cygwin or activestate ? (or other)

In particular I will probably be installing DBI +DBD and using with
Oracle 9i Personal

Regards Graham
Jul 19 '05 #1
1 2378
la*******@yahoo .com (Graham) wrote in message news:<ed******* *************** ****@posting.go ogle.com>...
Which is better perl setup on w98se:

Full cygwin or activestate ? (or other)

In particular I will probably be installing DBI +DBD and using with
Oracle 9i Personal

Regards Graham


You might want to check the DB module's documentation for
recommendations . If you use ActiveState you get a native version of
perl and that's it. If you use cygwin, you will probably want to
install almost all of their utilities and get things like tar, gzip,
cat, ls, etc. If you are used to using a UNIX command line, you will
appreciate cygwin's additional utilities. You can, of course, install
cygwin (without cygwin's own perl) and use ActiveState perl. Remember
that if you use cygwin's perl, you will be working with one leg in
UNIX and the other in Windows. Many modules won't care, but database
drivers might. I use cygwin and ActiveState's perl, but I don't use
Oracle.
Jul 19 '05 #2

This thread has been closed and replies have been disabled. Please start a new discussion.

Similar topics

0
2336
by: dw | last post by:
Pehaba, does anyone knows how to install MySQLdb on cygwin? - test device: MySQLdb 0.9.2.0 targz + cygwin 1.5.7-cr-0x9e + python 2.3.3 on cygwin + mysql 4.0.17 win32 - modified setup.py's using thread library.. NO, library + include
6
4188
by: gry | last post by:
I want to write some kind of install script for my python app that will add c:\cygwin\usr\bin to the system path. I don't want to walk around to 50 PC's and twiddle through the GUI to: My Computer --> Control Panel --> System --> Advanced --> Environment How can a python, or even a .bat script modify the system PATH? It doesn't appear to be in the registry.
9
3543
by: Mayer | last post by:
Hello: I'm running python under cygwin and need to find the drive letter. Cygwin has a way of calling my drives by a name relative to the Cygwin directory, so I get things like /home/user rather than /cygdrive/g/cygwin/home/usr, etc. How can I find the letter of the drive, or in the above example, the letter 'g'? My program needs to run on an external media that comes with Cygwin on it. I have no control over what drive is assigned to...
4
13372
by: goberle | last post by:
I have installed the Cygwin package under WinXP. I am trying to insure that I have a reasonable development environment, and that things are working properly, by trying to compile and run the following classic program. $ cat hellow.cpp #include <iostream> int main (int argc, char *argv) { cout << "Hello, world" << endl;
2
3242
by: 63q2o4i02 | last post by:
Hi, I'm using python 2.4 and windows XP. I have two packages in the windows version of python in site-packages. They are PyVisa and ctypes, and both live in c:\python24\lib\site-packages I'd like to move these to the cygwin version of python on the same system. I tried copying the PyVisa and ctypes directorices (including
4
14063
by: reachsamdurai | last post by:
Hello, Can you please let me know the procedure to reach db2 command prompt from a cygwin window (hence without using Start-> Run -> db2cmd method). I'm planning to write shell scripts which accesses DB2 database on windows platform hence I installed cygwin but I'm unable to connect to database as it fails with the error message. $ db2 DB21061E Command line environment not initialized.
0
3306
by: dot | last post by:
I spent a few headache filled days trying to use GMP on windows (XP pro) I finally got it to work and since I found little help on the Web I thought someone might find what i did useful. Creating an environment suitable for GMP programming. 1) Create 'cygwin' environment (see below) 2)add GMP to the cygwin directory (see below)
0
1048
by: gamename | last post by:
Hi, I just installed scons on win32 that has cygwin but uses ActiveState python. If I do "import SCons", the lib isn't found. The win32 installer seemed very complete, but the scons lib doesn't seem to be in any dir python knows about. Is there another install step I need to do? TIA, -T
0
1466
by: newbie73 | last post by:
OS: Vista Python 2.5.2.2 (ActiveState Software Installation) Running latest Cygwin release The error generated is pasted below - please help. - Luis ***************************************
0
8991
marktang
by: marktang | last post by:
ONU (Optical Network Unit) is one of the key components for providing high-speed Internet services. Its primary function is to act as an endpoint device located at the user's premises. However, people are often confused as to whether an ONU can Work As a Router. In this blog post, we’ll explore What is ONU, What Is Router, ONU & Router’s main usage, and What is the difference between ONU and Router. Let’s take a closer look ! Part I. Meaning of...
0
8831
by: Hystou | last post by:
Most computers default to English, but sometimes we require a different language, especially when relocating. Forgot to request a specific language before your computer shipped? No problem! You can effortlessly switch the default language on Windows 10 without reinstalling. I'll walk you through it. First, let's disable language synchronization. With a Microsoft account, language settings sync across devices. To prevent any complications,...
0
9548
Oralloy
by: Oralloy | last post by:
Hello folks, I am unable to find appropriate documentation on the type promotion of bit-fields when using the generalised comparison operator "<=>". The problem is that using the GNU compilers, it seems that the internal comparison operator "<=>" tries to promote arguments from unsigned to signed. This is as boiled down as I can make it. Here is my compilation command: g++-12 -std=c++20 -Wnarrowing bit_field.cpp Here is the code in...
0
9374
jinu1996
by: jinu1996 | last post by:
In today's digital age, having a compelling online presence is paramount for businesses aiming to thrive in a competitive landscape. At the heart of this digital strategy lies an intricately woven tapestry of website design and digital marketing. It's not merely about having a website; it's about crafting an immersive digital experience that captivates audiences and drives business growth. The Art of Business Website Design Your website is...
1
9325
by: Hystou | last post by:
Overview: Windows 11 and 10 have less user interface control over operating system update behaviour than previous versions of Windows. In Windows 11 and 10, there is no way to turn off the Windows Update option using the Control Panel or Settings app; it automatically checks for updates and installs any it finds, whether you like it or not. For most users, this new feature is actually very convenient. If you want to control the update process,...
0
4876
by: adsilva | last post by:
A Windows Forms form does not have the event Unload, like VB6. What one acts like?
1
3315
by: 6302768590 | last post by:
Hai team i want code for transfer the data from one system to another through IP address by using C# our system has to for every 5mins then we have to update the data what the data is updated we have to send another system
2
2787
muto222
by: muto222 | last post by:
How can i add a mobile payment intergratation into php mysql website.
3
2215
bsmnconsultancy
by: bsmnconsultancy | last post by:
In today's digital era, a well-designed website is crucial for businesses looking to succeed. Whether you're a small business owner or a large corporation in Toronto, having a strong online presence can significantly impact your brand's success. BSMN Consultancy, a leader in Website Development in Toronto offers valuable insights into creating effective websites that not only look great but also perform exceptionally well. In this comprehensive...

By using Bytes.com and it's services, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

To disable or enable advertisements and analytics tracking please visit the manage ads & tracking page.