>
> A2) If we enforce the rules that pkg(5) and smf(5) are using, perhaps 
> post install scripting isn't necessary. However, on of the reasons, 
> IMO, that Jumpstart has lived so long is that it is flexible and 
> allows for customization of environments. Perhaps this customization 
> via scripting should be obsoleted, and we should enforce the user of 
> smf and pkg. What about with regard to SVR4 packages that we will 
> still allow for installing? This seems like it could also introduce 
> some complexity for which we do not have control.
>
I agree that it may be possible to make it so that some customers arre 
able to use SMF and PKG to eliminate all need for postinstall scripting 
(whether pre or post first reboot.) I'd like to add that that should be 
optional. Other customers may noy be able to do the same.

   -Kyle


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