Beyond Linux® From Scratch (System V Edition) - Version r12.2-666

Chapter 42. Multimedia Libraries and Drivers

Libdvdnav-6.1.1

Introduction to Libdvdnav

libdvdnav is a library that allows easy usage of sophisticated DVD navigation features including DVD menus, multiangle playback, and even interactive DVD games.

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Package Information

Libdvdnav Dependencies

Required

libdvdread-6.1.3

Installation of Libdvdnav

Install libdvdnav by running the following commands: 

./configure --prefix=/usr    \
            --disable-static \
            --docdir=/usr/share/doc/libdvdnav-6.1.1 &&
make

This package does not come with a test suite.

Now, as the root user: 

make install

Command Explanations

--disable-static: This switch prevents installation of static versions of the libraries.

Contents

Installed Programs: None
Installed Library: libdvdnav.so
Installed Directories: /usr/include/dvdnav and /usr/share/doc/libdvdnav-6.1.1

Short Descriptions

libdvdnav.so

is the DVD navigation library