Cross-Compiled Linux From Scratch - Version 1.1.0-PowerPC

Chapter 6. Constructing a Temporary System

6.12. File-4.23

The File package contains a utility for determining the type of a given file or files.

6.12.1. Installation of File

Prepare File for compilation: 

./configure --prefix=/tools \
    --build=${CLFS_HOST} --host=${CLFS_TARGET}

Compile the package: 

make

Install the package: 

make install

Details on this package are located in Section 10.30.2, “Contents of File.”