Mandrake Update

Once again: If you have already worked with the software installation interface of RpmDrake, then you will feel really familiar with Mandrake Update. But let's look at the details.

When you launch this tool, it will first ask you to choose an Internet repository to check for updates. Choose one in a country near you.

A small difference to the “Install Software” interface is the ability to choose which kind of updates you want to install on your computer instead of grouping them in certain ways. You may select Security Updates, Bugfixes and Normal Updates.

The other difference is the new text area under the package description area. It provides you with information about why this update was made available. This may help you to decide if you want to update a certain package or not. When you have a slow Internet connection or you have to pay per MB when you are downloading, it would be wise to read it.

If you are not yet familiar with the interface, please go back to the the section called “Install Software” section to learn about it.

And now to something completely different: