Hi ftp-master,

[Added the moreinfo tag as d-i needs adaptation first and because of the
following question.]

In bug #1089276 (win32-loader FTBFS) we're discussing the removal of
win32-loader from d-i and the archive. As I understand it this package
also has BYHAND processing to ensure it ends up at
/srv/mirrors/debian/tools/win32-loader. Does this mean we should do more
than just removing win32-loader use in d-i and filling of this bug report?

Paul

Hi,

Am 12. April 2025 13:31:11 MESZ schrieb Paul Gevers <elbrus@debian.org>:

It should be made sure, that the files under /mirror/debian/tools/win32-loader
remain until bookworm is EOL.

And keep the package in bookworm, until that's EOL.


Holger

Hi!

I'd be really sad to see win32-loader go away. It has been useful to me
and others in the past.

I'd be happy to take over whichever task is needed to keep having
win32-loader in Debian.

Please let me know! Bye :)

Hi Andrea,


I guess the first task is to figure out what needs to be done. I think
you should consult the current maintainers and depending of feedback
offer to take over the role of maintainer.

Paul

This is correct (obv!). Also please note that this bug will get
processed by the ftpteam unless it's marked moreinfo or reassigned. You
may consider doing either -- so long as you follow through and take over
maintainership/fix the issues for real or pinkey swear to reassign the
bug back/remove the tag (actually). Maybe set a deadline and calendar
invite as a reminder. Do keep in mind a removal isn't the worst case
here since you may always reupload the package to NEW.

Paul

I apologize, I take that back. moreinfo is set, I missed that. Most of
the point remains, though!