I've successfully compiled those packages, but they hang in their tests, particularly where they try to fork servers... Any idea where I should be looking for a clue? Or should I write off the tests and move on to trying a client?
Which distribution and which tests hang precisely (be specific)?
Did you check cpan-testers/rt?
Did you try redesigning the tests (remove fork from the picture)?
Did you contact the authors?
I highly suggest not moving on because these kinds of things have a habit of coming back to bite you in the rear, and it's best to take care of them once and for all (you won't be the last person to encounter this).

In reply to Re: IO::Socket::SSL & non-ActiveState Perl for Windows? by Anonymous Monk
in thread IO::Socket::SSL & non-ActiveState Perl for Windows? by Anonymous Monk

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