cannot find -ldb

[David Fenstermacher <dfenster umr edu>]

Hello,
Every time I try to compile a gnome application, I get the same error
during the final linking of the program.  the compiler says:

/usr/bin/ld: cannot find -ldb

and then the make fails.
I'm guessing that I just messed up some library file that I shouldn't
have, but I have absolutely no idea which one.  What library(s) does the
-ldb flag refer to?  Anyone seen this problem before?  or have any other
insight as to what my problem is?  I running Debian Woody, and using all
of the latest helix/ximian debian packages.  thanks in advance for your
help!

David

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