On Wed, 13 Dec 2000 02:28:26 -0500 (EST), Thomas Mueller wrote:
> Two other issues are lack of visible file dates on the download page, creating
> the nuisance of downloading the same thing multiple times, and having to
> reinstall for every new Arachne release. I've fallen behind, neglecting to
> install APMs since somewhere around 1.50b2. There ought to be an easy way to
> upgrade from one Arachne to the next, saving the APMs already installed, and not
> have to go through the Arachne install wizards every time. I wonder why they're
> called wizards just as I wonder why the Electoral College is called college,
> bearing no resemblance to institutions of higher learning.
Hi Thomas;
Well, I'm sure you realize that the wizards(?) aren't there for us, but
for newbies. And there are methods of speeding up a new install for old
users, but they entail the risk of missing some newly added feature.
Just install to a new directory and altX when the setup business starts.
Activate the GetnLoad function which you were organized enough to use
after you plowed through your LAST install (some planning was required)
and it will copy over your .CFGs and transfer files added or modified in
your last install to the new install.
But remember that beta testers should try the full install once in a
while to help verify proper operation. (or not) <G>
- Clarence Verge
- Still using Arachne V1.62 ....
