diff --git a/README b/README index 9382b3a1df..71e449ffcf 100644 --- a/README +++ b/README @@ -99,10 +99,19 @@ Here's why you may prefer Homebrew to the alternatives: There's no conclusive scientific evidence as yet, but I firmly believe it's just a matter of time and statistics. +Why you might not want to use Homebrew: + +1. It's a little more hands-on than the competition. For example, we don't + set up postgresql for you after installing it, but we do provide + instructions. This isn't apathy, it's by design -- Homebrew doesn't make + assumptions about how you want your software to run. You have to have some + knowledge or be willing to learn to use Homebrew for some tasks. + +2. Dependency resolution and updates are basic or not working yet. + I know I've made it sound so awesome you can hardly wait to rip MacPorts out and embrace the fresh, hoppy taste of Homebrew, but I should point out that it -is really new and still under heavy development. Eg. *dependency resolution -and updates are still manual*. Thanks! +is really new and still under heavy development. Thanks! Max Howell --