-Copyright (C) 1997 - John H Terpstra
-Date: August 19, 1997
+Copyright (C) 1997-2003 Samba-Team
+Date: November 16, 1998
Updates: First Release - 19970819
+ 19981116
+ 20030329
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+
Note:
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This directory is a public repository for platform specific files including
build files for binary package distributions for specific operating systems
as well as for source file distribution packages for those systems.
-As such, the files contained here are intended for use only by those wishing
-to build their own distribution packages and are NOT considered suitable
-material for anyone who wants to just install Samba from the pristine source
-files contained under the ~/source directory.
+The Example directory should be used as a guide for preparation of binary
+packages for distribution via the official samba ftp sites.
+
+The files contained here are intended for use only by those wishing to build
+distribution packages and are NOT considered suitable material for anyone who
+wants to just install Samba from the pristine source files contained under
+the ~/source directory.
All contributions / modifications / additions / etc. to the packaging files
-should be sent to samba-bugs@samba.anu.edu.au with the subject marked:
+should be sent to samba-patches@samba.org with the subject marked:
PACKAGING: [add|mod|contrib] Your subject.
+Should you, or anyone you know of, have package build instructions and/or files
+that may be of use to the wider community of Samba users please mail the above
+account with subject: PACKAGING: [avail] OS xxxxxxxxxx
+where xxxxxxxxxx is the operating system platform that may be contributed.
+
+We will contact the person who is offering to contribute package build details
+to ensure that their contribution can be included in the official Samba sources.
+
+In the event that anyone wishes to contribute package build information please
+indicate in your response how we may access a suitable system to ensure our
+ability to keep the binary distribution itself current with the released source.
+
+The future of cooperatively developed software such as Samba depends on the
+willingness of all partners to share the fruit of their labours.
+
+If you have a compelling need for binary packages for your platform and it is
+not available from this packaging repository please notify jht@samba.org. We
+can not guarrantee our ability to satisfy your need, but your feedback may help
+us to find a solution.
+
+- John T.
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