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David Nugent writes:
> So, it really doesn't require a "release" to obtain the
> sources - just set up CVSUP and go.

Be that as it may, I seriously hope that a formal release is issued
soon.  I've had problems rebuilding libc on 2.1.5, related to the DNS
resolution code, and am basing all my hopes now on being able to
forcibly upgrade the entire system from a prebuilt release.

Nat