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diff --git a/source/updating.rst b/source/updating.rst index f69d7d5..eedebfd 100644 --- a/source/updating.rst +++ b/source/updating.rst @@ -9,8 +9,8 @@ Updating AstroConda There are few simple ways to update packages obtained from AstroConda: -Updating the Release --------------------- +Updating +-------- .. code-block:: sh @@ -42,6 +42,18 @@ Updating Packages Individually If you are interested in receiving updates for a particular package, then this method is for you. Be aware that packages may depend on other packages, so the total list of package updates returned by this command will vary. +General Maintenance +=================== + +.. code-block:: sh + + $ source deactivate + $ conda update --all + +Keeping AstroConda up to date is important, but not nearly as important as keeping your 'root' (i.e. the base installation) updated as well. ``conda`` is like any other software project and it requires periodic refreshing to stay current with the latest changes. Failing to do this can (over time) cause side-effects such as, the inability to upgrade, install, remove, or search for packages. + +However, updating extremely old releases of ``conda`` to the latest version have been known to break Miniconda due to a variety of API changes in the code. If this happens to you, reinstalling Miniconda and regenerating your AstroConda environment is the fastest way to resolve the problem. Refer to the `FAQ <faq.html#how-do-i-reinstall-miniconda>`_ for more details. + Downgrading Packages ==================== |