Gary Schnabl wrote:
From the Standards blog:
Version 2.1 also provides new support for developers, extending version
control to extensions, simplifying the management of packages for those
developing extensions. And, for those wanting to take advantage of new
features as they become available between releases, 2.1 includes "an
improved on-line notifier, which checks regularly and informs users if a
new version is available (users may choose to disable this option at any
time)."
So, it would appear as if the default was set to ON.
I just fired up OOo 2.0.4 on Windows, went to Tools > Options >
Online Update (where I had previously ensured that the "Check for
Updates Automatically" checkbox was not selected) and clicked the
"Check now" button. I received the message that my copy was up to
date! No mention of an update at all. Hmmm! I then selected the
"Check for Updates Automatically" checkbox and again clicked the
"Check now" button; once again I received the message that my
copy was up to date. Oh well.
I then proceeded to download and install v2.1. I confirmed my
memory that the installation process has a page where you can
choose whether to enable or disable the automatic notification.
The default was indeed set to ON.
Cheers, Jean
