To start the configuration process, follow the instructions in the
README file to properly install the sources. You start the kernel
configuration process with...
In order to use PPP, you must configure the kernel to include PPP
support (PPP requires BOTH pppd AND kernel support for PPP).
PPP (point-to-point) support (CONFIG_PPP) [n] y |
Answer the other make config questions according to the
hardware in your PC and the features of the Linux operating system you
want. Then continue to follow the README to compile and install your new
kernel.
The 1.2.13 kernel creates only 4 PPP devices. For multi-
port serial cards, you will need to edit the kernel PPP
sources to obtain more ports. (See the README.linux file that comes as
part of the PPP-2.1.2 distribution for full details of the simple edits
you need to make).
Note: the 1.2.13 configuration dialogue does NOT allow you to go
backwards - so if you make a mistake in answering one of the questions
in the make config dialogue, exit by typing CTRL C and start again.
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