How can i be root and how to install gcc

[InS0mN1aC_]

I've been searching many hours the internet to find instructions about how to install gcc (the c compiler). The GNU site wasnt so helpful...
In a thread in this forum someone said to use the command "yum install gcc"
I typed it but it gives:

Loaded plugins: refresh-packagekit
You need to be root to perform this command.

Im running Fedora 9 and its my first time on linux. Any help will be of great use

[oz]

Welcome to the forums!

As normal user, you can gain root permissions by using the su command at the command line:

su

...if that doesn't work, try su -


You can look here to learn more about using the command line under Linux:

http://www.linuxcommand.org

[GNU-Fan]

I want to add that you should be aware of the effects of ANY command you give as root. All the time!

There will be no safety nets.

[InS0mN1aC_]

I just type su and gain root permissions? Without writing the root pass?

And if i enter "yum install gcc" in the terminal, gcc will be automatically installed and ready to compile C programs?

Thank you for your help! I am not now on my computer so i cant try it...

[oz]

Whenever you type su or su - at the command line, the system will ask for a root password, which you must know if you wish to gain root access.

Check the link posted above for more information on using the Linux command line.

[InS0mN1aC_]

Ok! Ill check it Thanx v much for your help