linuxmint / linuxmint/mintupdate
Automatic mirror selection feature
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- Dominant language
- Python
- Stars
- 425
- Forks
- 190
- PR merge metrics
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Description
Currently, Linux Mint requires users to manually select mirrors for updates.
I suggest adding an automatic mirror selection feature so the system can choose
the fastest and most reliable server by itself. This would make updates easier
for beginners and improve overall user experience.
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First steps
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- Fork the repository and make your change on a branch.
- Open a pull request that references the issue number.
Research direction
The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. Start by locating the existing Linux Mint mirror-selection and update-source logic in this repository, then determine how automatic selection should identify a fast and reliable server. Done means the Update Manager can select a suitable mirror without manual choice, with the behavior and validation agreed.
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Assessment
- Tech stack
- linux, python
- Domain
- operating-systems
- Issue type
- Feature
- Difficulty
- 5/5
- Estimated time
- Over a week
- Activity status
- Quiet
- Clarity
- Mostly clear
- Newbie friendliness
- 42/100