On Mon, 17 Sep 2012 08:59:41 +0200 "Dominique Leuenberger a.k.a DimStar" <DimStar@openSUSE.org> wrote: ...
- If we call it openSUSE 13, it reflects the year (and until 2099 we're safe with the version scheme)...
:) Even further as 100 to 999 is just fine. First time our offspring will have to discuss new version scheme is next millennium. ( There will be no buffer overflow when third digit is added :)
A yearly release sounds intriguing, but 'official respins' with 'some' marketing coverage might be interesting to do then.
With one years release cycle it is actually mandatory to have respins. What that will bring: * Obviously, buzz for a whole year :) * Users will get newer software in a Tumbleweed fashion; unchanged base system with newer software including kernel device drivers. Respins can be Tumbleweed snapshots, which will have additional positive effect; in a case of problems that will require fallback to previous state, change will be not so drastic as it is now. * Software integrators will have more time for a base system as more software updates will happen without backporting effort. * More users will be able to try openSUSE when is well debugged and more suitable for them. * From that group some will move to earlier releases, which at the end, when they come to the Factory, will increase integration support base - testers, bug reporters and debuggers. * This will also correct current situation where installation mediums are always with some defects and always some group of users can't install without serious help. * Problem-less installation will lower pressure on support channels for basic installation help, opening opportunity to discuss other software issues and improve quality of distribution. In short, one year cycle and respins will solve few problem that project is facing right now, and at the same time increase user satisfaction. ...
Offering 'official respins' of openSUSE 13 + GNOME 3.10 (or whatever it will be called...)
The name for respins should be simple and in accordance with expectations of people that follow software development with major.minor part. I don't buy in total simplification as the best option and the reason is exactly your example. * How to address release in a short form "13 + GNOME" instead of 13.1. * Also it is telling KDE users they don't have to look there, while it can be some improved software that they can use. A bit of mystery is good. ...
Of course, the most 'difficult' part with those respins would be compatibility with 'other desktops';
If we follow Tumbleweed example, then incompatible software that break other can't enter the main repo. Either, it must wait next release, or it can be offered as an unofficial Live CD, with clear statement that is not suitable to install another desktops and give a reason for that. I don't think that many will complain about that limitation.
Best regards, Dominique
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