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I am tasked with compiling a newer version of the Linux kernel that what is currently running on this CentOS 6.3 system. My instructions were to get a new kernel from kernel.org, but I was told that it didn't necessarily have to be the very latest stable kernel. I am going to have to work and code on this machine for the next year so I would prefer to have the latest version if possible. My question is this: If I have the choice between installing the 3.5.4 Linux kernel, or an older one say 2.6.32 should I expect more difficulty in getting the newest kernel to work correctly and reliably with CentOS? Or should I expect backwards compatibility in general, in which case I think it's worth it to try the newest kernel.
I have never compiled a linux kernel for a distribution and I do not know how big of a deal it will be if I mess up by trying to install a kernel that is not able to be supported by CentOS.
Cory Gross
Posted 2012-09-28T16:03:11.133
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Welcome to [SU]! Your question isn't very clear, as you actually ask multiple open and vague questions while giving little to no criteria on what you're wanting to know about a particular version of the linux kernel. You should edit your post and try breaking down your questions and focus on one specific question, and provide concrete specifications in what you want to know. However, I fear this will make the question too localized, in that it is very specific to just your situation, and just one version of the linux kernel. [SU] may not be the best place for it. – Darth Android – 2012-09-28T16:08:39.107
EDIT: Tried to make the question clearer and elaborate on my concerns that push me to ask it. Perhaps the question is too localized as only those with experience installing multiple kernel versions on a CentOS system will be able to answer. If so I can remove/withdraw the question. – Cory Gross – 2012-09-28T16:21:41.870