[TriLUG] Loading Apache and PHP

[Jeremy Portzer]

On 19 Sep 2002, Lisa C. Boyd wrote:

> I recently purchased a book to get started with PHP and in the beginning
> it talks about loading apache and php. The book goes through directions
> for downloading the latest copy from each site and installing it that
> way. I wanted to get opinions/advice on doing this vs. using the version
> that would be installed with apt-get (Debian - stable).
> 
> Is it better to run the latest? Or is it ok to be back a few versions?
> Any recommendations on versions to run (or stay away from)??

I don't think you will have any problems with the PHP versions available
from debian.  For getting started, any PHP 4.x should be fine.  Once you
become a more advanced developer, then you can worry about being cutting
edge.  Of course, keep abreast of any security updates.

--Jeremy