Request for a sponsor and a review of: pam_abl

[Paul Howarth]

Alexander Dalloz wrote:
> An additional question regarding macros:
> -should %{name} be used anywhere else than in BuildRoot and if setup
> must use the "-n" switch in %prep? From reading other .spec files I have
> the impression %{name} isn't used wherever possible.

This is largely a matter of clarity. Since %{name} is the name of the 
package, it's hardly likely to change so the value of using the macro is 
doubtful. I don't think you'd get too many objections if you used it 
elsewhere though.

> - how about using %{__make}, %{__install} or %{__rm}? Is there a general
> guideline about those macros?

This is more a matter of personal preference. I prefer to use them 
throughout; others prefer not to use them at all. I believe both 
approaches are fine but be consistent throughout a spec file. Either use 
the macros everywhere or don't use them at all.

Paul.