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Re: quick install method (was Re: Deity project schedule problems)

On Sun, 21 Sep 1997, Christian Schwarz wrote:

> The idea is great!
>
> One notice: All packages that are included in such a "meta package"
> should not query the user at installation time. If this would be
> possible, installation would be much simplier for Linux-newbies.

this sort of thing should be left for another project. my proposal
is just for a quick and dirty hack to make choosing a whole bunch of
packages easier.

configuration of packages is an entirely separate issue, and one which
would bog down the Q&D hack to the point that it never got finished.  I
see it as a "throwaway" script - spend a day or three getting it working
and throw it away with no regrets when something better comes along.

the biggest problem with dselect at the moment is that it has to manage
too many packages. the interface was fine when there were only a few
hundred packages, but with 1300 or 1400 (i've lost count - more if you
include all of contrib and non-free and non-is) it takes far too long
for a first time install.


craig

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