Binary incompatibility of Linux distributions

[Chan Chung Hang Christopher]

Christopher Chan wrote:
>> However, what I've seen here is complaints that installing software in Linux
>> where there is no packaged binary is too hard and therefore Linux needs
>> an easier way to install software.  I call rubbish on that train of
>> thought.
>>     
> With you here.
>
>   

Let me clarify...that is what the packaging system is for. That is where 
I would say there is no need for an easier way to install software 
because that is the usual effect of a packaging system.