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Bug Reporting There is one thing *every* open source user can do to help improve the software they use--file bugs. Don't let those bugs go unreported! Get to know bugzilla (it's really very easy to use) and file you favorite bug or feature request. Yes, file your feature requests too. Ever think, "Man, this oughta do that"? Well, tell the developer! S/he (well, honestly just he) might think it's a great idea, shake his dead chicken over his keyboard and you get your feature! One more thing. When filing bugs, don't skimp on the details. Be clear and don't assume anything. Someone is going to be reading your bug report in a void. Here's a couple examples: Bad Report: I clicked the OK button and the window disappeared. This is not what I expected! Better Report: When attempting to save a blank document the application exited unexpectedly. Howto reproduce: 1. Start app 2. From main menu, File -> New Document 3. From main menu, File -> Save As 4. Application exits without further notice. I guess the last thing to mention is where the hell to post these bugs. Well, it depends no where your software is hosted. Many open source projects are hosted at Source Forge, in that case you find your software's project page then hit the "Bugs" link and follow the instructions. Okay that was a bad example on my part because Source Forge doesn't use Bugzilla. Many other's still do. Gnome Bugzilla Mozilla (father of Bugzilla) and lots more. End diatribe.
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