If possible, I don't want to use string detection method where you use string functions to detect the version in a given string output. If it isn't possible then please disregard what I just typed.
Is there a function to do it like uname() or do I have to write my own function? If so, please give me a headstart or you can make my life easier by teaching me how to do it. Thanks!
Btw, I'm using dreamhost shared server if that might help and yes, it has gcc, php5.3 and pear 1.9.4 installed.