oxidecomputer / oxidecomputer/omicron

docs: Document what "distro"/"version" are meant to be used for

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Description

I think it's unclear to a user importing an image why they need to specify a distro and version. Does the rack use this metadata? Is it strictly for the sake of users?

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No file or test is named. Start by locating the image import documentation and the code or API entry point that handles distro and version metadata, then trace whether the rack consumes those fields or they are user-facing only. Done means the documentation clearly explains the purpose of both values.

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Domain
documentation
Issue type
Documentation
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3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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