[HEADS UP] perl symlinks in /usr/bin will be gone

[Sven Willenberger]

Anton Berezin wrote:
> 
> In order to keep pkg-install simple, no old symlink chasing and removal
> will be done, although the detailed instructions will be posted in
> ports/UPDATING and in pkg-message for the ports.
> 

How about leaving it up to the installer? Much like the minicom port 
prompts the user if they would like to symlink a /dev/modem device, why 
not ask (post-install) "Would you like to make a symlink in /usr/bin to 
your new installation?" or as someone else has suggested add a make flag 
  (make ADD_SYMLINK=yes).

Those who wish to have an unpolluted /usr/bin can not opt for a symlink, 
those that want compatibility with a majority of the scripts already 
written can have the link created.

Just a thought,

Sven