dselect uses
If dselect is replaced in the install process could dselect still be
used as a way to give users information about what applications are on
the system? I know that I sometimes lose track of what I actually
have. Sometimes I install stuff out of couriosity and then forget I
have it. I sometimes go into dselect just to reorientate myself.
It seems that the basic framework of dselect could be very useful,
especially to beginners. The descriptions might have to be changed from
a technical to a more functional ones. For example a user could put in a
keyword(s) like mailreader, news, spreadsheet, drawing, or html editor
and given a list related programs with an introductory description.
Sometimes people come to my apt and ask does Linux have any xyz
programs. This might be an easy way for new users to learn what is on
the system and for more experienced ones try different ones. It is just
a thought since the basic code seems to be available already.
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