kernel compilation on debian

hi to all,

i am trying to compile the kernel, when i am compiling it was enter the configration file you wish to load, i gave as /usr/src/config-2.6.18-3-686

but it is not accpting this file.

i struck here it self, can any one help in this regard
shankar

 

Did you follow this tutorial? http://www.howtoforge.com/kernel_compilation_debian