I can perform the function of SAMBA server on my linux pc with
which is distributed in redhat9.0. But when updating the samba
rpm, I always have troubles. First, I use delete the samba package
by using rpm -e samba. Secondly, I download the samba-latest package
from samba.org and install it by "cd source", "./configure", "make",
"make install". Finally, I use rpm -qa samba, I can get nothing in prompt.
I can not understand the reason for this failure installation.
Can you tell me why? I also appreciate the correct installation method
for samba package! Thank you!

If I understand you correctly, you downloaded the new source, compiled it(make) and installed it (make install). Provided the 'make install" had no errors, you do not have to do anything else - it's installed....you are not using an RPM (a package).

It is fine to compile from source if you want, but if you are a noob, I suggest using packages if you can - it's far easier. You should be able to find RPMS for your distro via google.

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