Howto: Configure the Update Manager in Ubuntu Linux

Posted by suvi under Ubuntu

One of the great things about using open source software is the frequency with which bugs are fixed, security holes are patched, and new features are added. Ubuntu includes a very convenient update manager, which checks the software repositories for updates, and alerts you to install any new versions found. However, its default behavior of checking for updates every day annoys some people. Sometimes updates will be released multiple days in a row, and constantly upgrading your system. can start to be a burden. This guide will explain howto control how often the update manager runs, or howto set the update manager in Ubuntu to automatically install updates.

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