Logged In: YES 
user_id=86216

> Yes, I am willing to test it.

Thanks. Are you willing to build against Python CVS? Or,
do you need me to provide you with replacements for
libpython2.3.dll.a and libpython2.3.dll?

> Yet... Don't you think you are complicating the issue, the
> autotool files and your life, too much?

I don't think so. Note that my approach does not affect
any autotools files.

> There are no obvious security issues involved and...

IIRC, exporting all symbols under Win32 can cause
multiple definition link errors.

> Anyway, it's your ballgame, it's your call.

I appreciate your willingness to acquiesce.