[NTLUG:Discuss] ntfs support kernel version?

[Chris Cox]

micky john wrote:
> 
> I currently have Redhat 6.1, kernel 2.2.12-20.  I never paid attention to
> this before, but it doesn't support ntfs partitions, i guess.  Do i need to
> recompile support into this version or upgrade?  I know there was an issue
> concerning Microsoft trying to sue some Linux companies for supporting ntfs
> partitions.  Whatcha think?  ps, these past posts have really helped me
> learn about group permissions and refresh my wannabe-linux-brain!
> -Micky

That kernel can handle NTFS.  You probably just need to compile the support
in.  Of course, it's strictly read-only  (unless you don't like you NTFS
partition very much).