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Model BasePackage ( name, pkgCategory, shortDesc, openNotes, secureNotes )
Description Describes a package independent of its versions. If we have multiple versions of a package installed, they should all have the same base package name.
name A string uniquely identifying a package (not including its version names, if any). Example: "emacs"
pkgCategory (r) Assigns this base package to a general package category. Reference to PkgCategory.code
shortDesc Textual description of the package. Example: "Window manager with complete user control over customization."
openNotes Publicly readable notes on the installation, usage, status, and anything else relevant to users.
secureNotes Any notes on the package that should be read only by TCC employees. Examples: known security problems; passwords; home phone numbers.

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Last updated: 2001/06/01 03:25:45
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