Auto Update on Linux?
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sandalian last edited by
I read news about Opera 27 release.
I wonder if Linux version have auto update feature, or should I update it by my self?Thanks!
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sgunhouse Moderator Volunteer last edited by
Auto-update on Linux is complicated, as there are so many different package managers and it may not be safe to update without the package manager. Previously they have had their own little Debian-style repository so that Debian-based systems (including Ubuntu) could add it as a source and then the package manager would notify you of updates - I expect they will do that with the new version as well. But as I use one of the RPM-based distros it has never helped me.
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subhuman last edited by
i agree with sgunhouse. besides i'm not so sure you really want something to update automatically on linux. because for an update you need root privileges, and you certainly wouldn't want someone you don't trust to gain these. i, for one, sometimes not even trust myself.
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ruario last edited by
If you use the official package our repository is added and it will update.
Previously they have had their own little Debian-style repository so that Debian-based systems (including Ubuntu) could add it as a source and then the package manager would notify you of updates
We still do
one of the RPM-based distros it has never helped me.
Those on Fedora and openSUSE can use this:
http://ruario.ghost.io/2015/01/05/my-opera-test-repository-for-fedora-and-opensuse/For people on rpm distros that use urpmi or APT I have yet to find a good hosting solution for an unofficial repository. In the mean time:
http://ruario.ghost.io/2014/12/20/my-christmas-present-to-opera-fans-on-rpm-distros/
Anyone else, should read this:
