Troy Dawson wrote:
>
> Second
> I would like like something semi-automated.  Basically an rpm that 
> people could install that will have a script.
> The script will do a hardware inventory (either we write one, or use 
> lshw, ocsinvnetory, modified linux counter script, whatever).
> The script will then ask the user some questions, basically about what 
> worked what didn't, if they had to load extra drivers during the 
> install, or after, that sort of thing.
> This data would then be uploaded to a database, mail list, whatever is 
> decided.
> Even if a majority of people don't say anything, or just say "it works", 
> that's better than no information at all.  And there will be the few 
> that actually do give good reports, and those would be able to be 
> displayed more prominantly.
> This rpm and script would be purely voluntary.  I don't want anyone to 
> accuse us of spying on anyone.

It sounds nice and precise.




> Third
> I think some type of web page/wiki site, whatever is decided, should be 
> made, so that people can do their own reviews, independant, or in 
> conjunction with the semi-automated hardware review.


It sounds OK too, but I think the "Second" is the best. The "Third" can be made for people 
  who do not want to install the rpm, and fill in a form instead.

The "Second" and "Third" can both contain a field for the PC model, so the results will 
actually be reviews.