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Unattended linux updates
From: dagershman_dgt at dagertech.net (David A. Gershman)
Date: Mon, 20 Jul 2009 14:27:01 -0700 (PDT)
Not sure about a specific distro, but I'd imagine most package managers that handle updates (i.e. aptitude, rpm, etc) could be scripted and placed in crons.
This is a multi-part message in MIME format. Is anyone experienced with unattended updates with any linux distros? I have a client who has 20 or so boxes with very minimal requirements. Basically they just need to run & keep themselves updated with minimal interaction. Security is the primary reason for wanting to do the updates as the local networks also host other systems that are somewhat varied. There won't be any externally-accessible services running and unless there are problems no one will ever interact with the boxes. They don't even have keyboards, mice or monitors. Any recommendations for a linux distro that can auto-update with minimal problems? - Nathan
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