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Discover how to solve the frustrating issue of `flatpak` constantly reinstalling and removing end-of-life packages with our easy fix guide.
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Fixing the flatpak Update Cycle: Eliminate End-of-Life Packages

Have you ever been frustrated by your flatpak installation repeatedly installing and uninstalling the same packages with each update? If you've encountered the issue where packages like org.freedesktop.Platform.VAAPI.Intel and org.freedesktop.Platform.GL.default keep hopping between being installed and removed, you're not alone. This problem stems from the fact that these packages have reached their end-of-life, causing flatpak to remove them one moment and then reinstall them on the next update.

In this guide, we’ll explore why this is happening and how to put an end to the cycle effectively.

Understanding the Issue

When you run the command flatpak update, the following occurs for packages that are past their support date:

End-of-life Notification: You’ll receive a message indicating that these packages are no longer supported.

Conflicting Actions: flatpak removes these outdated packages, but upon the next update command, it attempts to install them again, creating a continuous loop that can be frustrating.

For instance, the output might show:

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Example Output

Here's a look at what your terminal might show when running flatpak update:

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Then on the next run:

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The Solution

The good news is that there’s a straightforward way to eliminate this repetitive problem. You can run the flatpak uninstall command with the flag to remove unused packages.

Step-by-Step Guide

Open Your Terminal: Access the terminal on your Linux system.

Run the Following Command:

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This command works by removing any packages that are no longer needed, including those that are end-of-life.

Why This Works

Elimination of Unused Packages: The --unused flag targets packages that are no longer required by any installed applications, which includes those problematic end-of-life packages.

Stop the Loop: Once these packages are uninstalled, there will be no more conflicting updates in future flatpak update runs.

After the Fix

With the end-of-life packages successfully removed, you should be able to run flatpak update without seeing them pop back up again. All updates should proceed smoothly without unnecessary reinstallation.

Conclusion

If you find yourself facing the issue of flatpak constantly reinstalling and removing the same end-of-life packages, remember to use the flatpak uninstall --unused command. This solution not only resolves the irritating update cycle but also helps to keep your system tidy and free of outdated software.

Try this fix today to streamline your flatpak updates and make your experience that much smoother!