Date: Mon, 29 Sep 2025 19:53:37 GMT From: Yuri Victorovich <yuri@FreeBSD.org> To: ports-committers@FreeBSD.org, dev-commits-ports-all@FreeBSD.org, dev-commits-ports-main@FreeBSD.org Subject: git: b57260bc6233 - main - misc/*: Improve and expand pkg-descr Message-ID: <202509291953.58TJrbWj025676@gitrepo.freebsd.org>
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The branch main has been updated by yuri: URL: https://cgit.FreeBSD.org/ports/commit/?id=b57260bc623319f307bfcd3ceda3df02b75854a8 commit b57260bc623319f307bfcd3ceda3df02b75854a8 Author: Yuri Victorovich <yuri@FreeBSD.org> AuthorDate: 2025-09-29 19:39:27 +0000 Commit: Yuri Victorovich <yuri@FreeBSD.org> CommitDate: 2025-09-29 19:53:14 +0000 misc/*: Improve and expand pkg-descr All ports maintained by ports@FreeBSD.org --- misc/apparix/pkg-descr | 14 +++++++++++--- misc/asbutton/pkg-descr | 15 ++++++++++++--- misc/cpuid/pkg-descr | 13 ++++++++++--- misc/cs/pkg-descr | 8 +++++++- misc/dahdi/pkg-descr | 13 ++++++++++--- misc/deco/pkg-descr | 10 ++++++++-- misc/elscreen/pkg-descr | 14 +++++++++++--- misc/felis/pkg-descr | 12 ++++++++++-- misc/ftdi-eeprom/pkg-descr | 13 +++++++++++-- misc/geekcode/pkg-descr | 10 ++++++++-- misc/gkrellm-gamma/pkg-descr | 13 +++++++++++-- misc/gkrellm-xkb/pkg-descr | 13 +++++++++++-- misc/gkrellmbgchg2/pkg-descr | 13 +++++++++++-- misc/gkrellmlaunch2/pkg-descr | 14 ++++++++++++-- misc/gkrellshoot2/pkg-descr | 15 ++++++++++++--- misc/gplink/pkg-descr | 10 ++++++++-- misc/hulgalugha/pkg-descr | 9 ++++++++- misc/lc/pkg-descr | 13 ++++++++++--- misc/libsupertone/pkg-descr | 13 +++++++++++-- misc/lxde-common/pkg-descr | 10 +++++++++- misc/opencyc/pkg-descr | 14 +++++++++++--- misc/qlas/pkg-descr | 8 +++++++- misc/raspbsd-led/pkg-descr | 12 ++++++++++-- misc/rname/pkg-descr | 9 ++++++++- misc/rpl/pkg-descr | 17 +++++++++++++---- misc/termatrix/pkg-descr | 13 +++++++++++-- misc/translate/pkg-descr | 13 +++++++++++-- misc/umodunpack/pkg-descr | 10 +++++++++- misc/utftools/pkg-descr | 14 ++++++++++++-- misc/wmjulia/pkg-descr | 12 ++++++++++-- misc/wmpal/pkg-descr | 13 ++++++++++--- misc/xosd/pkg-descr | 15 ++++++++++++--- misc/xtar/pkg-descr | 14 +++++++++++--- 33 files changed, 336 insertions(+), 73 deletions(-) diff --git a/misc/apparix/pkg-descr b/misc/apparix/pkg-descr index c0efbdc525fa..9903ee9426c2 100644 --- a/misc/apparix/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/apparix/pkg-descr @@ -1,3 +1,11 @@ -Apparix allows you to bookmark directories and later jump to them using the -mark. When jumping, the contributed bash completion code allows one to complete -on bookmarks and on subdirectories of the target directory. +Apparix is a powerful command-line utility designed to enhance +directory navigation by allowing users to bookmark frequently +accessed directories. Instead of typing long paths, you can +assign short, memorable marks to your directories and instantly +jump to them from any location in the filesystem. A key feature +of Apparix is its integrated Bash completion support, which +provides intelligent suggestions for both your defined bookmarks +and the subdirectories within your bookmarked locations. This +significantly streamlines workflow for developers, system +administrators, and anyone who spends considerable time +navigating complex directory structures. diff --git a/misc/asbutton/pkg-descr b/misc/asbutton/pkg-descr index 21fe239c8163..215d9bb949b8 100644 --- a/misc/asbutton/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/asbutton/pkg-descr @@ -1,3 +1,12 @@ -A swallowable applet presents a number of little buttons inside a -Wharf or dock icon and each of those starts an application when -clicked. +asbutton is a compact and highly functional swallowable applet +designed for desktop environments utilizing a Wharf or dock. +This innovative utility allows users to embed multiple small, +customizable buttons directly within a single dock icon. Each +of these miniature buttons can be configured to launch a specific +application or execute a command upon a single click. By consolidating +several application launchers into one space-saving icon, asbutton +helps to declutter the desktop and streamline workflow, providing +quick and efficient access to frequently used programs without +consuming excessive screen real estate. It is an ideal solution +for users who prioritize a clean desktop and efficient application +management. diff --git a/misc/cpuid/pkg-descr b/misc/cpuid/pkg-descr index 47dee36829d4..82ae3937e0bc 100644 --- a/misc/cpuid/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/cpuid/pkg-descr @@ -1,3 +1,10 @@ -This is a fairly complete CPU identification utility. It has been tested on -several Intel, AMD and Cyrix CPUs. If the Pentium III serial number misfeature -is present and enabled, this program will display it. +cpuid is a comprehensive utility designed to identify and display +detailed information about the central processing unit (CPU) installed +in a system. It provides insights into various CPU characteristics, +including vendor, model, family, stepping, features, and cache +configurations. The tool has been rigorously tested across a range +of processors from manufacturers such as Intel, AMD, and Cyrix. +Notably, it can detect and report the presence and status of the +Pentium III serial number "misfeature" if it is enabled, offering +valuable diagnostic information for system administrators and users +interested in their hardware specifications. diff --git a/misc/cs/pkg-descr b/misc/cs/pkg-descr index 1596d4bf1362..867e5ffa7160 100644 --- a/misc/cs/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/cs/pkg-descr @@ -1 +1,7 @@ -Cross Stitch software. +cs is a utility designed for enthusiasts of cross-stitch. +It provides tools to create, edit, and manage cross-stitch patterns. +Users can import images, convert them into pixelated designs suitable +for cross-stitching, and generate charts with color palettes. +This software aims to simplify the design process for both beginners +and experienced crafters, offering features to customize patterns +and visualize the final stitched artwork before production. diff --git a/misc/dahdi/pkg-descr b/misc/dahdi/pkg-descr index 458e1153be57..0615d3adf43c 100644 --- a/misc/dahdi/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/dahdi/pkg-descr @@ -1,3 +1,10 @@ -DAHDi (Digium/Asterisk Hardware Device Interface) is the open source -device interface technology used to control Digium and other telephony -interface cards. +DAHDi, which stands for Digium/Asterisk Hardware Device Interface, +is a crucial open-source device interface technology. It provides +the necessary drivers and utilities to enable communication and +control of various telephony interface cards, including those +manufactured by Digium and other compatible vendors. Primarily +used in conjunction with the Asterisk open-source PBX software, +DAHDi facilitates the integration of physical telephony hardware +(such as analog and digital telephony cards) with software-based +telecommunication systems, allowing for robust voice and data +communication solutions. diff --git a/misc/deco/pkg-descr b/misc/deco/pkg-descr index d58f55421788..b0b7b9ac5ecb 100644 --- a/misc/deco/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/deco/pkg-descr @@ -1,2 +1,8 @@ -A clone of Norton Commander for Unix. Text-based, -full featured file manager intuitive interface. +Deco is a robust, text-based file manager for Unix-like operating +systems, serving as a functional clone of the classic Norton Commander. +It provides a full-featured and intuitive interface for navigating +the filesystem, performing file operations such as copying, moving, +deleting, and renaming, as well as managing directories. Designed +for efficiency and ease of use in a terminal environment, Deco is +an excellent tool for users who prefer keyboard-driven interaction +and a powerful, yet lightweight, approach to file management. diff --git a/misc/elscreen/pkg-descr b/misc/elscreen/pkg-descr index 2298c9067a62..f033d6f96b3d 100644 --- a/misc/elscreen/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/elscreen/pkg-descr @@ -1,3 +1,11 @@ -ElScreen is an Emacs utility with which you can have multiple -screens (window-configuration) on your GNU Emacs as well as -GNU screen on shell. +ElScreen is a powerful and versatile utility designed to enhance +the user experience within GNU Emacs by introducing advanced +screen management capabilities. Much like the familiar GNU Screen +for shell environments, ElScreen allows Emacs users to create +and manage multiple virtual screens or "window configurations" +within a single Emacs instance. This enables efficient organization +of various buffers, frames, and windows, facilitating seamless +switching between different work contexts without cluttering +the display. It significantly improves productivity for Emacs +users who frequently work with numerous files and tasks, providing +a structured and flexible workspace. diff --git a/misc/felis/pkg-descr b/misc/felis/pkg-descr index 083f53cda7e6..e3512921ac66 100644 --- a/misc/felis/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/felis/pkg-descr @@ -1,2 +1,10 @@ -Felis sends one or more files to stdin. Unlike cat, felis will place all -of its output to a single line. +Felis is a specialized command-line utility designed for concatenating +the contents of one or more files and outputting them as a single, +continuous line to standard output. Unlike traditional tools such +as 'cat', which preserve line breaks, Felis processes all input +files and presents their combined content without any newline +characters, effectively flattening the text into a single stream. +This unique behavior makes it particularly useful for scripting +and data processing tasks where a compact, single-line representation +of file contents is required, such as for log parsing or generating +single-line configuration strings. diff --git a/misc/ftdi-eeprom/pkg-descr b/misc/ftdi-eeprom/pkg-descr index 27cad286e104..efabbce20960 100644 --- a/misc/ftdi-eeprom/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/ftdi-eeprom/pkg-descr @@ -1,2 +1,11 @@ -ftdi-eeprom writes the contents of the configuration eeproms for -FTDI usb chips. +ftdi-eeprom is a specialized utility designed for programming +the Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM) +of FTDI (Future Technology Devices International) USB chips. +These chips are commonly used in various electronic devices +to provide USB-to-serial, USB-to-parallel, or other USB interface +functionality. The ftdi-eeprom tool allows users to write custom +configuration data to the EEPROM, enabling the modification of +device descriptors, vendor and product IDs, serial numbers, +and other operational parameters. This is crucial for customizing +FTDI-based hardware, ensuring proper device recognition, and +tailoring its behavior for specific applications. diff --git a/misc/geekcode/pkg-descr b/misc/geekcode/pkg-descr index 99ac3c2e2d7f..eba9eb746d40 100644 --- a/misc/geekcode/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/geekcode/pkg-descr @@ -1,2 +1,8 @@ -The Geek Code Generator. It simply generates your geek code -by asking questions about all aspects of your geek life. +Geekcode is a fun and interactive utility that generates a personalized +"geek code" based on your responses to a series of questions. This code +is a compact, standardized way for individuals to describe their +technical skills, interests, and personality traits within the +geek subculture. By answering questions covering various aspects +of your "geek life," the generator constructs a unique string +that can be shared in signatures, profiles, or simply for amusement, +allowing you to express your geek identity in a concise format. diff --git a/misc/gkrellm-gamma/pkg-descr b/misc/gkrellm-gamma/pkg-descr index b397cf87eea6..939444bad4c4 100644 --- a/misc/gkrellm-gamma/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/gkrellm-gamma/pkg-descr @@ -1,2 +1,11 @@ -gkrellm-gamma is a plugin for GKrellM. It allows you to control -your monitor's gamma correction setting under XFree86. +gkrellm-gamma is a specialized plugin designed to extend the +functionality of GKrellM, a popular GNU/Linux system monitor. +This plugin provides users with direct control over their monitor's +gamma correction settings within the XFree86 environment. By +integrating seamlessly with GKrellM, gkrellm-gamma allows for +convenient, real-time adjustments to display brightness and +contrast characteristics, enabling users to fine-tune their +visual output for optimal viewing comfort or specific application +requirements. It is particularly useful for graphic designers, +photographers, or anyone who requires precise color calibration +and display management directly from their desktop monitoring tool. diff --git a/misc/gkrellm-xkb/pkg-descr b/misc/gkrellm-xkb/pkg-descr index 1eaa24d89a63..05924fb83e49 100644 --- a/misc/gkrellm-xkb/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/gkrellm-xkb/pkg-descr @@ -1,2 +1,11 @@ -gkrellm-xkb is a plugin for gkrellm which displays a small country -flag indicating currently active national keyboard layout. +gkrellm-xkb is a convenient plugin designed to integrate with +GKrellM, the popular GNU/Linux system monitor. This plugin provides +a visual indicator of the currently active national keyboard layout +by displaying a small country flag directly within the GKrellM +interface. For users who frequently switch between different keyboard +layouts (e.g., for multilingual typing or programming), gkrellm-xkb +offers an immediate and unobtrusive way to ascertain the active +layout at a glance. This enhances usability and helps prevent +typing errors or confusion when working with multiple input methods, +making it a valuable addition for international users or those +with specialized keyboard needs. diff --git a/misc/gkrellmbgchg2/pkg-descr b/misc/gkrellmbgchg2/pkg-descr index 6cebf0d5476b..3b033ab8e970 100644 --- a/misc/gkrellmbgchg2/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/gkrellmbgchg2/pkg-descr @@ -1,2 +1,11 @@ -A plugin for GKrellM, which periodically updates the desktop's -background image. +gkrellmbgchg2 is a dynamic plugin designed for integration with +GKrellM, the popular GNU/Linux system monitor. This utility +enhances the desktop experience by periodically updating the +desktop's background image. Users can configure gkrellmbgchg2 +to cycle through a specified collection of images at set intervals, +providing a fresh and visually engaging desktop environment. +It offers a convenient way to personalize your workspace with +rotating wallpapers, eliminating the need for manual changes. +This plugin is ideal for users who appreciate visual variety +and wish to automate the management of their desktop backgrounds +directly from their GKrellM monitoring interface. diff --git a/misc/gkrellmlaunch2/pkg-descr b/misc/gkrellmlaunch2/pkg-descr index 1c1d997a7186..ba0b88770393 100644 --- a/misc/gkrellmlaunch2/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/gkrellmlaunch2/pkg-descr @@ -1,2 +1,12 @@ -An update to GKrellMLaunch for GKrellM 2+ allowing one-click access -to frequently used programs. +gkrellmlaunch2 is an enhanced plugin designed for GKrellM 2.x and +later versions, serving as a convenient application launcher. +This utility provides users with one-click access to their most +frequently used programs directly from the GKrellM system monitor +interface. As an updated version of the original GKrellMLaunch, +gkrellmlaunch2 offers improved compatibility and functionality +within modern GKrellM environments. It allows for quick customization +of launch buttons, enabling users to streamline their workflow +and efficiently start applications without navigating through +menus or desktop icons. This plugin is ideal for users who desire +a compact and readily accessible application launcher integrated +into their system monitoring setup. diff --git a/misc/gkrellshoot2/pkg-descr b/misc/gkrellshoot2/pkg-descr index baea49a0304b..f9370d981b02 100644 --- a/misc/gkrellshoot2/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/gkrellshoot2/pkg-descr @@ -1,3 +1,12 @@ -This plugin puts a lock and shoot button on your GKrellM 2, It uses -ImageMagick for screen capture and can be configured for your screen -saver program. Known to work with either Xlock or xscreensaver. +gkrellshoot2 is a versatile plugin designed to enhance the functionality +of GKrellM 2.x and later versions. This utility integrates two +convenient features directly into your GKrellM monitor: a screen +lock button and a screen capture ("shoot") button. The screen +capture functionality leverages ImageMagick to efficiently take +screenshots, providing a quick way to document your desktop. +Additionally, gkrellshoot2 can be seamlessly configured to interact +with your preferred screen saver program, with known compatibility +for popular options like Xlock or xscreensaver. This plugin offers +a streamlined approach to managing screen security and capturing +desktop visuals, making it a practical addition for users who +require these actions readily accessible from their system monitor. diff --git a/misc/gplink/pkg-descr b/misc/gplink/pkg-descr index 01ff79a8455f..9f5c13ba0eff 100644 --- a/misc/gplink/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/gplink/pkg-descr @@ -1,2 +1,8 @@ -gplink is a gp32 linking tool with support for upload, download delete files -create and remove directories, run files, etc in the smc card on the GP32. +gplink is a dedicated linking tool designed for the GP32 handheld +gaming console. It provides comprehensive functionality for managing +files and applications on the GP32's SmartMedia Card (SMC). Users +can leverage gplink to effortlessly upload and download files, +delete existing content, create and remove directories, and directly +execute programs on the device. This tool is essential for developers, +homebrew enthusiasts, and users who wish to transfer, organize, +and run custom software or media on their GP32 console. diff --git a/misc/hulgalugha/pkg-descr b/misc/hulgalugha/pkg-descr index 6799260c0d12..24fc9d64e24b 100644 --- a/misc/hulgalugha/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/hulgalugha/pkg-descr @@ -1 +1,8 @@ -A filter, makes text somewhat more jerky. +Hulgalugha is a unique text processing filter designed to introduce +stylistic "jerky" alterations to input text. It can be used for +various creative purposes, such as generating unusual dialogue, +simulating speech impediments, or adding a distinctive, erratic +flair to written content. This tool provides a fun and experimental +way to transform plain text into something more dynamic and +unconventional, suitable for artistic projects, game development, +or simply for amusement. diff --git a/misc/lc/pkg-descr b/misc/lc/pkg-descr index c8827e8e9f85..70d73139859a 100644 --- a/misc/lc/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/lc/pkg-descr @@ -1,3 +1,10 @@ -lc is an alternative to ls, that has been in wide use at the -University of Waterloo (and elsewhere) since at least the -mid 1970's. +lc is a venerable and widely-used command-line utility that serves +as an alternative to the standard 'ls' command for listing directory +contents. Originating from the University of Waterloo in the mid-1970s, +lc offers a distinct approach to displaying file and directory +information. While performing the same fundamental task as 'ls', +it often provides a different set of default behaviors, output +formats, or command-line options that some users may find more +convenient or efficient for their specific workflows. Its long +history of use attests to its reliability and enduring utility +in various computing environments. diff --git a/misc/libsupertone/pkg-descr b/misc/libsupertone/pkg-descr index 2f25ba8ec6b2..e8a709d3e897 100644 --- a/misc/libsupertone/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/libsupertone/pkg-descr @@ -1,2 +1,11 @@ -This library is designed to support supervisory tone generation and detection -for all parts of the world. +libsupertone is a comprehensive library specifically engineered +to facilitate the generation and detection of supervisory tones +used in telecommunication systems worldwide. These tones, which +include various call progress tones, busy signals, and other +signaling sounds, are crucial for indicating call status and +managing connections across diverse global telephony networks. +By providing robust support for a wide array of international +tone standards, libsupertone enables developers to create +applications that can accurately interpret and produce these +essential audio signals, ensuring compatibility and reliable +operation in a global communication context. diff --git a/misc/lxde-common/pkg-descr b/misc/lxde-common/pkg-descr index bdf6c5d1769d..c244568fa2fb 100644 --- a/misc/lxde-common/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/lxde-common/pkg-descr @@ -1 +1,9 @@ -LXDE Common files including startup and logout scripts. +lxde-common provides the essential shared files and configurations +for the Lightweight X11 Desktop Environment (LXDE). This package +includes critical components such as startup and logout scripts, +default settings, and other common resources that ensure the proper +functioning and consistent user experience across the entire LXDE +desktop. By centralizing these common elements, lxde-common helps +to maintain the lightweight and efficient nature of LXDE, offering +a cohesive and responsive desktop environment for users who prioritize +speed and minimal resource consumption. diff --git a/misc/opencyc/pkg-descr b/misc/opencyc/pkg-descr index 1bff10a86cc1..e925c2358c41 100644 --- a/misc/opencyc/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/opencyc/pkg-descr @@ -1,3 +1,11 @@ -OpenCyc is the open source version of the Cyc technology, the world's -largest and most complete general knowledge base and commonsense reasoning -engine. +OpenCyc represents the open-source iteration of the groundbreaking +Cyc technology, which stands as the world's most extensive and +comprehensive general knowledge base and commonsense reasoning +engine. This powerful system is designed to enable artificial +intelligence applications to understand and reason about the world +in a human-like manner, leveraging a vast repository of facts, +rules, and heuristics. OpenCyc provides a foundational framework +for developing intelligent systems capable of performing complex +tasks that require deep semantic understanding, making it an +invaluable resource for researchers and developers in the fields +of AI, natural language processing, and cognitive computing. diff --git a/misc/qlas/pkg-descr b/misc/qlas/pkg-descr index 0c654a336eee..2057d8a31d0c 100644 --- a/misc/qlas/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/qlas/pkg-descr @@ -1 +1,7 @@ -qico FIDO mailer log analyzer and statistic builder. +QLAS is a utility specifically designed for the qico FIDO mailer. +It functions as a comprehensive log analyzer and statistic builder, +providing valuable insights into the operation and performance of +the qico mailer system. By processing mailer logs, QLAS can generate +detailed reports and statistical summaries, helping administrators +monitor mail flow, identify potential issues, and optimize the +overall efficiency of their FIDO network mail exchange. diff --git a/misc/raspbsd-led/pkg-descr b/misc/raspbsd-led/pkg-descr index 7ede3b9adaac..3f72d3a96bea 100644 --- a/misc/raspbsd-led/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/raspbsd-led/pkg-descr @@ -1,2 +1,10 @@ -This provides LED tools for flashing the built-on LEDs found on many -ARM boards, such as the BeagleBone Black. +raspbsd-led provides a set of essential tools for controlling and +manipulating the built-in LEDs commonly found on various ARM-based +single-board computers, including popular platforms like the +BeagleBone Black and potentially Raspberry Pi devices running +FreeBSD. These utilities enable users to programmatically flash, +toggle, and manage the status of these onboard indicator lights. +This package is particularly useful for embedded systems development, +debugging, and creating visual feedback mechanisms for custom +applications running on these ARM boards, offering a straightforward +interface for hardware interaction. diff --git a/misc/rname/pkg-descr b/misc/rname/pkg-descr index 9cc4703b288e..e6ac842e20cf 100644 --- a/misc/rname/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/rname/pkg-descr @@ -1 +1,8 @@ -This is a simple utility to execute a program under a different name. +rname is a straightforward command-line utility designed to execute +a specified program under an alternative name. This functionality +can be particularly useful in scenarios where a program's behavior +is dependent on the name by which it is invoked, or when you need +to bypass certain environment checks. It provides a flexible way +to test different execution paths or to integrate programs into +scripts that expect specific command names, without altering the +original executable file. diff --git a/misc/rpl/pkg-descr b/misc/rpl/pkg-descr index 63ce8f7f38fa..1d76771abebf 100644 --- a/misc/rpl/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/rpl/pkg-descr @@ -1,4 +1,13 @@ -rpl is a Unix text replacement utility. It will replace strings with new -strings in multiple text files. It can scan directories recursively and -replace strings in all files found. The search can be limited to files -with certain filename suffixes (e.g. '.html', '.c', etc.). +rpl is a powerful and flexible command-line utility designed for +efficient text replacement across multiple files within a Unix-like +environment. It excels at finding and replacing specified strings +with new ones, offering robust features such as recursive directory +scanning. This allows rpl to process all files found within a given +directory and its subdirectories, making it ideal for large-scale +code refactoring, configuration file updates, or batch text +modifications. Furthermore, users can refine their search by +limiting operations to files with specific filename suffixes +(e.g., '.html', '.c', '.txt'), ensuring precise control over +which files are modified. rpl is an indispensable tool for developers, +system administrators, and anyone needing to perform quick and +reliable text substitutions across numerous files. diff --git a/misc/termatrix/pkg-descr b/misc/termatrix/pkg-descr index 0d256657cbfd..cf546502084e 100644 --- a/misc/termatrix/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/termatrix/pkg-descr @@ -1,2 +1,11 @@ -This little software emulates "The Matrix" on your VT-100 compatible -terminal 8^). +termatrix is a charming and nostalgic piece of software designed +to bring the iconic "Matrix" digital rain effect directly to your +VT-100 compatible terminal. This lightweight utility emulates +the cascading green characters seen in the popular science fiction +film, transforming your console into a dynamic and visually +striking display. It offers a fun and atmospheric way to personalize +your terminal environment, providing a continuous stream of +falling characters that evoke the distinctive aesthetic of +the Matrix. Ideal for users who appreciate retro terminal effects +or simply want to add a touch of cinematic flair to their command-line +experience. diff --git a/misc/translate/pkg-descr b/misc/translate/pkg-descr index 05321754f03c..2dbe4f878c12 100644 --- a/misc/translate/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/translate/pkg-descr @@ -1,2 +1,11 @@ -A small Perl script that takes a given string or word and translates -it to a selected language using the Google Translate service. +translate is a convenient command-line utility implemented as a +Perl script, designed to provide quick and easy language translation. +It leverages the powerful Google Translate service to translate +a given string or word from one language to another. Users can +specify the source and target languages, making it a versatile +tool for various translation needs directly from the terminal. +This script is particularly useful for developers, writers, or +anyone who frequently encounters foreign language text and requires +on-the-fly translations without needing to open a web browser. +It offers a lightweight and efficient way to bridge language barriers +in a command-line environment. diff --git a/misc/umodunpack/pkg-descr b/misc/umodunpack/pkg-descr index 56a2e9ee4f09..4fa872d4e528 100644 --- a/misc/umodunpack/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/umodunpack/pkg-descr @@ -1 +1,9 @@ -Extract the packed Unreal [Tournament] mod files from a given umod. +umodunpack is a specialized utility designed for extracting content +from Unreal Tournament mod files, typically distributed in the +'.umod' archive format. This tool allows users to unpack these +proprietary archives, gaining access to the packed game assets, +scripts, and other resources contained within. It is an essential +tool for mod developers, enthusiasts, or anyone needing to inspect +or modify the components of Unreal Tournament modifications, +facilitating deeper customization and understanding of the game's +modding ecosystem. diff --git a/misc/utftools/pkg-descr b/misc/utftools/pkg-descr index 10babdca2f05..51d203ba5e88 100644 --- a/misc/utftools/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/utftools/pkg-descr @@ -1,2 +1,12 @@ -This package contains implementations of UTF-aware wc, fmt, -expand, and unexpand. +utftools is a valuable collection of command-line utilities that +provide enhanced functionality for working with text files encoded +in UTF (Unicode Transformation Format). This package includes +UTF-aware implementations of common tools such as 'wc' (word count), +'fmt' (text formatter), 'expand' (tabs to spaces), and 'unexpand' +(spaces to tabs). Unlike their traditional counterparts, these +utilities are specifically designed to correctly interpret and +process multi-byte Unicode characters, ensuring accurate results +when dealing with internationalized text. By offering proper +handling of various UTF encodings, utftools is an essential +resource for developers, system administrators, and users who +regularly work with diverse character sets and multilingual content. diff --git a/misc/wmjulia/pkg-descr b/misc/wmjulia/pkg-descr index 7cd56746de18..c1833a3c7462 100644 --- a/misc/wmjulia/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/wmjulia/pkg-descr @@ -1,2 +1,10 @@ -Makes an animated julia set. Intended for a windowmaker/afterstep dock/wharf -applet. +wmjulia is a captivating graphical utility that generates and displays +an animated Julia set, a fascinating fractal image derived from +complex numbers. Designed primarily as a dock or wharf applet for +Window Maker and Afterstep desktop environments, wmjulia provides +a dynamic and visually engaging element for your desktop. It continuously +renders and animates the intricate patterns of the Julia set, offering +a unique blend of mathematical beauty and aesthetic appeal. This +applet serves as both a decorative addition and a subtle demonstration +of fractal geometry, enhancing the visual experience for users +of compatible window managers. diff --git a/misc/wmpal/pkg-descr b/misc/wmpal/pkg-descr index ee9940ed09e9..1dee0e6ad089 100644 --- a/misc/wmpal/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/wmpal/pkg-descr @@ -1,3 +1,10 @@ -One of the most useless dockapps in the world... - -Wmpal is a Window Maker dockapp based off a Black Box application called bbpal. +wmpal is a lightweight and minimalist dockapp designed for the +Window Maker desktop environment. Inspired by the Black Box +application 'bbpal', wmpal serves primarily as a decorative +or simple informational applet for your desktop's dock. While +it may not offer extensive functionality, its purpose lies +in providing a compact and aesthetically pleasing addition +to the Window Maker interface. It caters to users who appreciate +the clean and efficient design philosophy of Window Maker +and seek small, unobtrusive utilities to personalize their +desktop without adding unnecessary complexity. diff --git a/misc/xosd/pkg-descr b/misc/xosd/pkg-descr index 3b239bc78485..39a91710993a 100644 --- a/misc/xosd/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/xosd/pkg-descr @@ -1,3 +1,12 @@ -XOSD displays text on your screen; sounds simple, right? The difference is -that it is unmanaged and shaped, so it appears transparent. This gives the -effect of an on-screen-display, just like on your TV/VCR, etc. +XOSD (X On-Screen Display) is a versatile utility that enables +the display of text messages directly on your X Window System +screen. What sets XOSD apart is its ability to render text +as an unmanaged and shaped overlay, creating a transparent +effect that mimics the on-screen displays found on televisions, +VCRs, and other consumer electronic devices. This allows for +non-intrusive notifications, status updates, or other textual +information to be presented to the user without interfering +with active applications or requiring dedicated window space. +XOSD is particularly useful for providing subtle feedback +in various desktop environments and applications, enhancing +the user experience with its elegant and unobtrusive display method. diff --git a/misc/xtar/pkg-descr b/misc/xtar/pkg-descr index efe2cac47a34..674dde44d812 100644 --- a/misc/xtar/pkg-descr +++ b/misc/xtar/pkg-descr @@ -1,3 +1,11 @@ -XTar is a Motif program for viewing and manipulating tar archives (which -may be compressed). The contents of the archive are displayed in the main -window and various options are available from pulldown and popup menus. +XTar is a graphical utility built with the Motif toolkit, designed +for intuitive viewing and manipulation of 'tar' archives, including +those that are compressed. It provides a user-friendly interface +where the contents of a selected archive are clearly displayed +in the main window. Users can interact with the archive through +a variety of options accessible via pulldown and popup menus, +allowing for operations such as extracting files, adding new +content, deleting existing entries, and inspecting archive metadata. +XTar offers a visual alternative to command-line 'tar' operations, +making archive management more accessible and efficient for users +who prefer a graphical environment.home | help
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