Question

I want to host a mod_perl application on a shared RHEL server where I do not have access to a root account. mod_perl is available on the server as are all Perl modules required (my app runs fine with CGI).

Here are two problems I anticipate: Apache restarts would be required whenever I update my code the first time and subsequently on periodic updates. Second, I would have to use some <Perl> directives in .htaccess. I would be happy to hear experiences, gotchas, hints from others who might have done this successfully. Thank you!

Answer 1

You can’t do it without the ability to restart Apache httpd.

Perhaps the admin will give you sudo powers so you can do that at least.

Try Perl under FCGI instead.