April 16, 2005
still flaws will firefox update routine.
Posted by Brewmonkey at 03:59 PM1. Download package is still too large. Should only download and update components that need to be updated.
2. Still puts the install package on your desktop. In fact, firefox's download engine needs to be updated. It should never default to the desktop for downloads. The user should always be prompted for location unless they specify that all download packages should be placed on the desktop.
3. After the program is updated, the firsty time firefox is launched, it indicates that there is another update.
4. After closing all instances of firefox, the install routine detected a non-existant instance still running. The instance checking routine need to be delayed for another couple of seconds.
5. The setup routine wanted to change the homepage settings. At worst, this last option should remain unchecked.
They need to rethink this entire routine. Especially with the number of updates they have been pushing out lately.
When the user checks for a update, it should just display one window indicating that an update is available and all instances of firefox will be closed. When the user clicks ok, this should be the only user interactions required. A minimal number of updated components should be download (probably should only download component deltas). All instances of firefox closed automatically. Updates should be applied automatically. All previous user settings should be preserved. Finally all downloaded packages should be automatically deleted. User interaction should only be required if there are new settings or existing settings need to be changed for security concerns.





