> This isn't a URL. Try using > http_proxy = http://proxyhostname:proxyport Oh dear, oh dear. What a fool I've been... I replaced the proxy setting with an ** actual ** URL (rather than the muppet format I was using..), and hey - sit back and watch the ride - yum is doing its thing. Thanks for spotting my stupid error. Dave This e-mail and any attachment is for authorised use by the intended recipient(s) only. It may contain proprietary material, confidential information and/or be subject to legal privilege. It should not be copied, disclosed to, retained or used by, any other party. If you are not an intended recipient then please promptly delete this e-mail and any attachment and all copies and inform the sender. Thank you.
