as to a mysql update... 1st, backup your data 2nd, backup your data!! 3rd... assuming you're using rpms/yum, do a yum update 'mysql'.. it'll prompt you for any dependencies it might need... if you go the route or using the mysql rpms, you might run into dependency hell.. i've found it better to use yum.. peace.. -----Original Message----- From: fedora-list-bounces@xxxxxxxxxx [mailto:fedora-list-bounces@xxxxxxxxxx]On Behalf Of eng.waleed Sent: Wednesday, December 20, 2006 1:42 PM To: For users of Fedora Subject: mysql update hi how can I update mysql version on myserver to the version 4.1 BR