Re: changelog bug-closing should not be used unless the code changes
On Tue, 2 Jan 2001, Ben Collins wrote:
> On Tue, Jan 02, 2001 at 11:18:04AM +0000, Ian Jackson wrote:
> >
> > I don't think that using the changelog bug-closing mechanism is
> > appropriate for when a bug is closed with no change to the code.
> > James (you're still owner@bugs?) and Ben, do you agree ?
> >
>
> Just to comment on this little bit, I think it is appropriate, because
> then the package's changelog serves as sort of a FAQ if the issue is
> ever brought up again (and the bug has expired from the BTS). It also
> keeps an historical reference for decisions.
Bugs get archived, not expired, and you can still query against them. That is
an important difference.
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