Written by Ubuwu the 28 Feb 08 at 17:37.

Ubuntu Brainstorm was updated in January 2009. Since the idea #103 was submitted before this update, its rationale and solution are not separated. Please vote accordingly, and if you have the necessary rights, please separate the rationale from the solution. Thanks!

<i>Ubuntu Brainstorm was updated in January 2009. Since the idea #103 was submitted before this update, its rationale and solution are not separated. Please vote accordingly, and if you have the necessary rights, please separate the rationale from the solution.</i><br /> Thanks!

Written by tommis the 24 Jan 10 at 17:08.

If you are looking example firefox "add/remove programs" page you would see its extensions like adb and web develober extensions.

If you are looking example firefox "add/remove programs" page you would see its extensions like adb and web develober extensions.

Written by tommis the 24 Jan 10 at 17:20.

If you would open firefoxes page you would also see alternative browsers what does the same thing that firefox does.

If you would open firefoxes page you would also see alternative browsers what does the same thing that firefox does.

Written by zelrikriando the 14 Aug 08 at 01:47.

Ubuntu Brainstorm was updated in January 2009. Since the idea #12193 was submitted before this update, its rationale and solution are not separated. Please vote accordingly, and if you have the necessary rights, please separate the rationale from the solution. Thanks!

<i>Ubuntu Brainstorm was updated in January 2009. Since the idea #12193 was submitted before this update, its rationale and solution are not separated. Please vote accordingly, and if you have the necessary rights, please separate the rationale from the solution.</i><br /> Thanks!

Written by Ubuwu the 27 Sep 08 at 00:08.

Ubuntu Brainstorm was updated in January 2009. Since the idea #13762 was submitted before this update, its rationale and solution are not separated. Please vote accordingly, and if you have the necessary rights, please separate the rationale from the solution. Thanks!

<i>Ubuntu Brainstorm was updated in January 2009. Since the idea #13762 was submitted before this update, its rationale and solution are not separated. Please vote accordingly, and if you have the necessary rights, please separate the rationale from the solution.</i><br /> Thanks!

Written by lophie the 22 Dec 09 at 17:50.

since wget doesn't really accelerate the downloading process much I used to stop installing in synaptic>copy the link> and downloading it using a download accelerator> then slip it in /var/apt/archive

Why not making the installing progress like this
1-Queue a software for installing
2-ask apt to install the program (to trick it to give u the download links)
3-download the software (This is how we can multi download)
4- now if the apt is not locked - install - if it is then queue for installing.

well guys... this is my idea and solution.
waiting for your response and ... thank you

since wget doesn't really accelerate the downloading process much I used to stop installing in synaptic>copy the link> and downloading it using a download accelerator> then slip it in /var/apt/archive Why not making the installing progress like this 1-Queue a software for installing 2-ask apt to install the program (to trick it to give u the download links) 3-download the software (This is how we can multi download) 4- now if the apt is not locked - install - if it is then queue for installing. well guys... this is my idea and solution. waiting for your response and ... thank you

Written by bhuvi the 7 Jan 10 at 12:39.

in previous ubuntu versions like in ubuntu 9.04 when multiple packages are selected for install some of the packages would be downloaded in parallel when the internet connection is faster and would install them one by one.But ubuntu9.10 does not download the applications in parallel.This feature should be brought back to ubuntu.This coupled with ubuntu software centre's ability to select new apllications for install while previously selected one is downloading would make it more powerful

in previous ubuntu versions like in ubuntu 9.04 when multiple packages are selected for install some of the packages would be downloaded in parallel when the internet connection is faster and would install them one by one.But ubuntu9.10 does not download the applications in parallel.This feature should be brought back to ubuntu.This coupled with ubuntu software centre's ability to select new apllications for install while previously selected one is downloading would make it more powerful

Written by tommis the 18 Jan 10 at 17:43.

Provide an option to stop downloading and continue it when ever you are ready.

Provide an option to stop downloading and continue it when ever you are ready.

Written by viva.amego the 5 Mar 10 at 02:26.

i think USC should also have an option to control the number of downloads

i think USC should also have an option to control the number of downloads

Written by songandsilence the 28 Apr 11 at 19:56.

Put an "Add to List" right next to the install button currently in USC, and make an additional button (possibly near the search box) that's labeled something to the extent of "Install List of selected programs"

Also, on the left sidebar, make an entry for selected (but not yet installed) packages, similar to the Get Software and Installed Software entries.

It'll act a bit like the old gnome-app-install...and the new USC, all at the same time.

Put an "Add to List" right next to the install button currently in USC, and make an additional button (possibly near the search box) that's labeled something to the extent of "Install List of selected programs" Also, on the left sidebar, make an entry for selected (but not yet installed) packages, similar to the Get Software and Installed Software entries. It'll act a bit like the old gnome-app-install...and the new USC, all at the same time.

Written by makru the 18 May 09 at 00:28.

Now, it is pretty evident that most computer users have no idea what "open source" or "restricted software" refers to. After all, Windows and OS X do not give you warnings when installing open source software. Thus, this impediment for new users should be removed. It serves absolutely no purpose aside from confusing them. Linux veterans know what is proprietary and what is not, because that is their passion. New users could not care less and just want to install whatever they desire. Of course this same mentality should be carried across add/remove installations and video codecs. After all, nobody cares that Totem needs to install new codecs to play a movie, so it should happen automatically without any user input. If open source advocates dislike propriety features, they should be able to disable this feature through the software sources section. Also, I realize that ubuntu restricted extras resolves most of these problems, but would that be the first thing you would search for when introduced to a new operating system? No. That is why a video player like VLC (that just works) has more downloads than the entire Ubuntu user base.

Now, it is pretty evident that most computer users have no idea what "open source" or "restricted software" refers to. After all, Windows and OS X do not give you warnings when installing open source software. Thus, this impediment for new users should be removed. It serves absolutely no purpose aside from confusing them. Linux veterans know what is proprietary and what is not, because that is their passion. New users could not care less and just want to install whatever they desire. Of course this same mentality should be carried across add/remove installations and video codecs. After all, nobody cares that Totem needs to install new codecs to play a movie, so it should happen automatically without any user input. If open source advocates dislike propriety features, they should be able to disable this feature through the software sources section. Also, I realize that ubuntu restricted extras resolves most of these problems, but would that be the first thing you would search for when introduced to a new operating system? No. That is why a video player like VLC (that just works) has more downloads than the entire Ubuntu user base.

Written by tuxxy the 18 May 09 at 14:36.

The warning may benefit from being renamed to a less technical orientated recommendation. This new warning should allow even the newest Ubuntu users to gain an understanding as to what this process will do and how it will benefit their new installation.

Examples could be "Is it OK to install the Recommended / Appropriate / Multimedia / third-party software for your system"

The warning may benefit from being renamed to a less technical orientated recommendation. This new warning should allow even the newest Ubuntu users to gain an understanding as to what this process will do and how it will benefit their new installation. Examples could be "Is it OK to install the Recommended / Appropriate / Multimedia / third-party software for your system"

Written by Glich the 18 May 09 at 17:42.

The same as solution 2 but a check box should exist to disable future warnings. The option should also exist somewhere to re-enable warnings.

The same as solution 2 but a check box should exist to disable future warnings. The option should also exist somewhere to re-enable warnings.

Written by Psycho_zs the 19 May 09 at 04:49.

Description in the warning, as short as possible:
1. what it is,
2. why it is sometimes necessary,
3. but why it is better to stay away from it.

and links on further reading of course.

Proper education is the key.

Description in the warning, as short as possible: 1. what it is, 2. why it is sometimes necessary, 3. but why it is better to stay away from it. and links on further reading of course. Proper education is the key.

Written by Lachu the 19 May 09 at 06:56.

Rename restricted software to stricted licensing software. Add warning this is a third party software and Ubuntu team don't give quarantine it's should worked.

Rename restricted software to stricted licensing software. Add warning this is a third party software and Ubuntu team don't give quarantine it's should worked.

Written by Dim the 19 May 09 at 10:59.

Alerts always stand in the way. The problem is not only with the text of warning but with the alert itself.

What I propose is to move the warning text (improved according to solutions above) from the alert to the description of the application. Of course, the text should not be merged with the description and should look different.

Why is this better:
1. Nothing stands in the way.
2. When you have "restricted software" enabled, you still know which app is "restricted",

Alerts always stand in the way. The problem is not only with the text of warning but with the alert itself. What I propose is to move the warning text (improved according to solutions above) from the alert to the description of the application. Of course, the text should not be merged with the description and should look different. Why is this better: 1. Nothing stands in the way. 2. When you have "restricted software" enabled, you still know which app is "restricted",

Written by OpenNingia the 20 May 09 at 09:52.

Common users are scared of "Warning" icons (those with the yellow triangle ), so they rather click 'Cancel' or go in panic :D

Why don't we just replace the Warning message with an Information message ( or Question message ) with the more friendly ( I ) icon?

( Tango theme has a light bulb )

Here a mockup:

Common users are scared of "Warning" icons (those with the yellow triangle ), so they rather click 'Cancel' or go in panic :D Why don't we just replace the Warning message with an Information message ( or Question message ) with the more friendly ( I ) icon? ( Tango theme has a light bulb ) Here a mockup: <a href="http://img199.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mockuprestrict.png" target="_blank"><img src="http://img199.imageshack.us/img199/526/mockuprestrict.th.png" border="0" alt="Free Image Hosting at www.ImageShack.us" />

Written by natetechboy128 the 13 Jun 09 at 06:05.

"The package foo is non-free software. There are restrictions on the use of this package, which can be found here. "

"The package foo may be illegal in some countries; please check relevant laws before installation."

"The package foo is non-free software. There are restrictions on the use of this package, which can be found <a href="http://crunchsoft.com/foo/licensing.html"> here. </a>" "The package foo may be illegal in some countries; please check relevant laws before installation."

Written by Felitaur the 20 Mar 11 at 00:59.

There is much difference, some software is free itself, but restricted by wrong laws and some software is restricting users. Ubuntu should not display any warning if it is know, such software is legal withing country user selected on the system settings, but is should display such warning about software restricting user rights, also, dialog windows should describe what is wrong with such software.
Also, there should be options to install or deny software from both categories without further questions.

There is much difference, some software is free itself, but restricted by wrong laws and some software is restricting users. Ubuntu should not display any warning if it is know, such software is legal withing country user selected on the system settings, but is should display such warning about software restricting user rights, also, dialog windows should describe what is wrong with such software. Also, there should be options to install or deny software from both categories without further questions.

Written by YannUbuntu the 28 Nov 09 at 13:35.

The software descriptions should be translatable in Rosetta.

The software descriptions should be translatable in Rosetta.

Written by timo.jyrinki the 30 Nov 09 at 06:40.

The software descriptions are already fully translatable at the following locations:

Short descriptions visible in Software Center's application lists:
https://translations.launchpad.net/ubuntu/karmic/+source/app-install-data-ubunt u

Short and long descriptions visible at any software management application:
http://www.debian.org/international/l10n/ddtp

Finalizing of short and long descriptions (mainly restricted/multiverse not available in Debian):
https://translations.launchpad.net/ddtp-ubuntu

The software descriptions are already fully translatable at the following locations: Short descriptions visible in Software Center's application lists: https://translations.launchpad.net/ubuntu/karmic/+source/app-install-data-ubuntu Short and long descriptions visible at any software management application: http://www.debian.org/international/l10n/ddtp Finalizing of short and long descriptions (mainly restricted/multiverse not available in Debian): https://translations.launchpad.net/ddtp-ubuntu

Written by edde306 the 1 Nov 09 at 21:12.

like mentioned above you can use a split few, with the list on top and the description at the bottom. it doesn't exclude the option to click on the software for a more detailed description (rating, etc...)

like mentioned above you can use a split few, with the list on top and the description at the bottom. it doesn't exclude the option to click on the software for a more detailed description (rating, etc...)

Written by edde306 the 1 Nov 09 at 21:16.

more or less like solution one, but the user can decide by hitting a button on which few fits his needs best:
- the view as it is (maybe for small screens)
- the split view as proposed

more or less like solution one, but the user can decide by hitting a button on which few fits his needs best: - the view as it is (maybe for small screens) - the split view as proposed

Written by rakudave the 2 Nov 09 at 09:45.

I like the way the center looks, but having to look at the description before I can install something slows me down. Adding a context menu would allow me to quickly select the software I need and preserves the new look.

I like the way the center looks, but having to look at the description before I can install something slows me down. Adding a context menu would allow me to quickly select the software I need and preserves the new look.

Written by dbenc the 5 May 09 at 18:18.

A small window that appears maybe once a week (or more if the user wants to) showing some of the best-rated apps in the repositories ... possibly also pointing to reviews, guides, or other similar packages ...

A small window that appears maybe once a week (or more if the user wants to) showing some of the best-rated apps in the repositories ... possibly also pointing to reviews, guides, or other similar packages ...

Written by dbenc the 5 May 09 at 18:20.

Kubuntu uses "Get hot new stuff!" in some applications to draw attention to scripts/plugins and the like ... a new, flashier name will draw attention to the available software.

Kubuntu uses "Get hot new stuff!" in some applications to draw attention to scripts/plugins and the like ... a new, flashier name will draw attention to the available software.

Written by dbenc the 5 May 09 at 18:26.

A screencast on the desktop ( added after installation ) that shows how a user can add new software and that points out some of the apps available ...

A screencast on the desktop ( added after installation ) that shows how a user can add new software and that points out some of the apps available ...

Written by Ssdg the 6 May 09 at 12:05.

The main problem with stuff on the desktop is it's one time stuff and bothering every time you get on a new ubuntu PC/live cd session.

Let's put this on the live CD only and/or during the install process.

The main problem with stuff on the desktop is it's one time stuff and bothering every time you get on a new ubuntu PC/live cd session. Let's put this on the live CD only and/or during the install process.

Written by Lachu the 6 May 09 at 12:20.

Open Ubuntu Channel on Youtube. Integrate some stuff of system on it. Totem might have "Ubuntu Channel" like "YouTube" tab. Firefox should offer Ubuntu Channel link on bookmarks. Synaptic can be integrated too.

Open Ubuntu Channel on Youtube. Integrate some stuff of system on it. Totem might have "Ubuntu Channel" like "YouTube" tab. Firefox should offer Ubuntu Channel link on bookmarks. Synaptic can be integrated too.

Written by jeypeyy the 6 May 09 at 14:42.

During the installation of ubuntu, a slideshow should show the user things that can be hard to understand, such as how to install software. It could show a picture of add/remove... and show a text that sais something like:

"The easiest way to install software in Ubuntu is by using add/remove... Just find the software you want, click on it, press apply and you're ready to go!"

During the installation of ubuntu, a slideshow should show the user things that can be hard to understand, such as how to install software. It could show a picture of add/remove... and show a text that sais something like: "The easiest way to install software in Ubuntu is by using add/remove... Just find the software you want, click on it, press apply and you're ready to go!"

Written by jeypeyy the 6 May 09 at 14:51.

"Installing software" should at least be in the common questions.

"Installing software" should at least be in the common questions.

Written by Jay_Bee the 19 Nov 08 at 19:53.

Ubuntu Brainstorm was updated in January 2009. Since the idea #15774 was submitted before this update, its rationale and solution are not separated. Please vote accordingly, and if you have the necessary rights, please separate the rationale from the solution. Thanks!

<i>Ubuntu Brainstorm was updated in January 2009. Since the idea #15774 was submitted before this update, its rationale and solution are not separated. Please vote accordingly, and if you have the necessary rights, please separate the rationale from the solution.</i><br /> Thanks!