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Scott Kitterman wrote:
> On Tue, 07 Jul 2009 11:12:24 +0530 mac_v <drkvi-a@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>> So is there a way to mark the packages which require reboot , and Not
>> start them during the boot , but to update them and this would just
>> *delay the boot by a few seconds during which the present icon is shown*
>>
> 
> The current mechanism involves touching a file with the package postinst, 
> so there is no way to know prior to install if a package update will 
> require reboot or not.  
>  
> Scott K


>  <ScottK> With the exception of Firefox, generally you can install the new version
> and just catch it on the next boot and keep working. The previous version keeps working just fine.
>  <ScottK> I'm of the opinion that the optimal solution in this area is to have a subtle,
> but noticeable indication to the user that there are updates available,
> they install them when they think it's a good idea,
> and you also give them a similar indication that a reboot is required
> and they can do that when they feel like it too.
>

+1

Simple and easy solution, could be even a papercut for the Karmic milestone!

All that is required is re-wording...
Not using the word "reboot" , since it is a warning/harsh word for the
users coming from windows, The windows warning is usually "you must
reboot for programs to work properly."

Something which says. "the update version will be used on the next startup."
It means the same but it is more pleasant than "System requires a reboot"

So staying away from the word "reboot"
+
having the present icon , in the update manager and the reboot dialogue,
makes updates a more pleasant dialogue.


cheers,
mac_v