Meaning of "score" when looking for package solutions

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Subject: Meaning of "score" when looking for package solutions
From: Jason Filippou <jason.filippou@gmail.com>
Date: Fri, 22 May 2009 11:06:53 +0300
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Hello,

Being new to Debian and running Squeeze I'm curious as to what the "Score is x" line's supposed to mean when examining solutions to solve package dependences through aptitude. I noticed that the value of "x" may differ greatly from one solution to another.

I appreciate any input,

Jason

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