Re: Replacing/phasing out PGP (was Re: Idea for non-free organization)
Manoj Srivastava <srivasta@datasync.com> writes:
> Can we possibly change dpkg-buildpackage to check for gpg, and
> then pgp, and not to fall flat on it's face when something is not
> found? Like use gpg by preference, or use pgp if available, or gently
> wanr the use that pgp does not exist and hence packages shall not e
> signed, and please remember to sign before uploading?
Yes, I agree this is the way to initiate the changeover. I'd suggest making
an ugly 3 line warning message encouraging the developer to switch to gpg.
In a later release, this message could include a 'Press a key to continue'
message to attract further attention.
> Inflexibility in code, especially one so easily fixed, is an
> anathema.
Yes.
Martin.
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