Perl modules requiring later versions of perl available on windows

Question

I'm currently trying to port a copy of a script I wrote in perl that uses the Statistics::R module to communicate with R from a linux -based OS to a Windows 7 OS. I have been successful at installing R and Strawberry Perl onto the system, but have hit a stumbling block when installing the Statistics::R module. One of the modules it relies upon (Regexp::Common) requires the installation of a newer version of perl than appears to be on my system- at least 5.01 as opposed to the 5.008008 that it identifies. I believe I have the latest Strawberry Perl version installed (5.24), and this works well on the system with other scripts used. I was wondering if anyone knows of a way to install a newer version of perl onto the system, or if there is an alternate way to fix this issue? Thanks.

Answer 1

Use the "where" command to locate the cpan modules that are associated with the installation of new modules. Associated Perl versions can then be removed via the Programs and Features window found in the Start Menu by clicking on the "Uninstall" button. Re-installation of the latest perl version from either Strawberry Perl or other Windows- compatible Perl releases will allow for a newer Perl version to be accessed.