The document discusses RPM packaging and distributing Perl modules from CPAN. It describes what RPM is and how it handles dependencies. It recommends using yum instead of rpm for installation. Building RPMs from CPAN modules is described as easier than expected using tools like cpanspec and rpmbuild. Issues like siteperl/vendorperl incompatibility are covered. The document encourages sharing and improving RPM availability of CPAN modules.