Linux System Update Script

This script streamlines package updates for both Debian- and Arch-based Linux distributions. With a single command, it updates all system packages. It checks if each package manager is installed on the system before attempting updates and provides options for non-interactive updates and help.

Supported package managers: APT, DNF, Pacman, Yay, Flatpak, and Snap.

Script Overview

The script performs the following functions:

1. APT updates: Runs sudo and updates and upgrades packages managed by APT if it is installed. Prompts for confirmation unless -y option is provided. User will be prompted for sudo password.
2. pacman updates: Runs sudo, syncronizes and updates all packages managed by pacman if installed. Prompts for confirmations unless -y or --yes is provided.
3. yay updates: Synchronizes and updates all packages managed by pacman if installed. Prompts for confirmations unless -y or --yes is provided.
4. DNF updates: Refreshes repository metadata and updataes all packages managed by DNF if installed. Prompts for confirmations unless -y or --yes is provided.
5. Snap updates: Runs sudo and checks for Snap updates and prompts for confirmation unless -y or --yes option is provided.
6. Flatpak updates: Checks for updates to Platpak packages if installed. Prompts user for confirmation unless -y or --yes option is provided.
7. Reboot Notification: Notifies if a system restart is required after updates.

Usage

Usage: upgrade [OPTION]
Performs package updates on Debian and Arch based distributions.
Upgrades APT, DNF, pacman, yay, snap, and Flatpak packages.

Optional arguments:
-y, --yes          does not prompt before applying updates
-h, --help         displays this message

Features

• Updates are grouped by package manager, with color-coded section headings for each.
• Reboot requirement notices are highlighted in yellow if a restart is needed.

Requirements

• APT, DNF, pacman, yay, Snap, or Flatpak installed (any or all of them).
• Root Privileges: The script automatically execute needed commands with sudo to perform updates.
• Non-interactive Mode: Use -y to skip prompts, useful for automated environments.

License

This project is open-source and distributed under the GPL-2.0 license