The more I think about it, the more I think that automatic updates for *security* problems should be default option. I have to admit that most of my "regular" friends and family members do know what to do with the list presented by update-manager (or windows update notification).
I would suggest an extra screen in Ubiquity about updates. It is an important matter and deserves its own screen. It should present the option of automatic updates for security problems selected by default together with a text explaining that they are probably a good idea, but also warning the user that it implies downloads and installation in the background. It should point out that this might not be a very good idea for very slow connections or for users that need strict control on the amount downloaded (due to download costs for example). The main reason for a separate window for this option is that the window would have enough space to explain the advantages and possible drawbacks of such default option. It would be nice if the system presents bubbles (or more permanent notifications) saying that is is starting a download and another one after that saying that is installing the packages. After the upgrade a bubble should appear to say that the system is up to date and some kind of permanent reminder needs stick asking for user actions like restart the system or restart firefox. As I already suggested, I believe that indicator-applet is the right place for this. I would suggest that reboot reminders should also appear in the following situations: at gdm screen, at logout/shutdown/lock screen, and after the desktop is left with a long period of inactivity. It should also try to use the Internet only when the user is not using it for a while as mac_v said windows does. Note that I only think that the above behavior is OK for *critical security* upgrades, not regular upgrades. Regular upgrades should be off by default. And finally: it should be easy to turn off any automatic upgrades at any time. Paulo _______________________________________________ Mailing list: https://launchpad.net/~ayatana Post to : ayatana@lists.launchpad.net Unsubscribe : https://launchpad.net/~ayatana More help : https://help.launchpad.net/ListHelp
