Which packages shouldnt slackware include

harryhaller · 09-11-2008, 05:24 AM

Get rid of KDE, xfce, wmaker etc. and just include a nicely configured version of Ratpoison.

I am joking..of course

or am I?

Okie · 09-11-2008, 06:04 AM

this is a silly thread...

Slackware should not include gnome, or Internet Explorer :P

Nylex · 09-11-2008, 07:09 AM

One that sticks out in my mind is rpm (but that may just be because I don't use it)..

ChrisAbela · 09-11-2008, 08:32 AM

Someone mentioned that xv should be removed so I am writing to state that I am using it. It might seem unlikely but it is the only tool we have to make screenshots on Air Traffic Control - Controller Working Positions (HP Alpha Servers running on True64). I am planning to use Slack's xv to train people on how use xv as the real Displays are usually occupied for Simulations, Testing etc. I truly hope xv will not be removed from Slack until a couple of more years.

Chris

Alien Bob · 09-11-2008, 09:14 AM

As Pat Volkerding knows the xv developer personally, it is highly unlikely that this package would disappear from Slackware any time soon.

Eric

brianL · 09-11-2008, 10:58 AM

If you don't want something, do a selective install. The only thing that needs changing about Slackware is the new logo.

shadowsnipes · 09-11-2008, 03:22 PM

I think Slackware really should exclude the kernel packages, LILO, and all those new-fangled libraries - ALL of them. I just want a clean empty / on my system !

bgeddy · 09-11-2008, 04:22 PM

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I think Slackware really should exclude the kernel packages, LILO, and all those new-fangled libraries - ALL of them. I just want a clean empty / on my system !

Be careful what you wish for !

onebuck · 09-11-2008, 06:31 PM

Hi,

If it's something you don't want then use pkgtool to remove it. If it's lacking something then add it. I like the basic Slackware then trim to suit my needs.

If it ain't broke don't fix it!

deadbeat · 09-12-2008, 11:10 AM

I never claimed slackware is broke or it doesnt suit my needs or anything like that. I just have the feeling a part of the available software is deselected by almost all people who perform custom installations.