Unknow Unknowns and Software and Updates

I was looking is “software and updates” when I noticed a reference to “Unknown:unknown”.

See screenshot:



What could it be?

What would happen if I clicked on the bell push icon next to “Unknown:unknown”?

Would the unknown become known?


Also, as I was finishing up, “software and updates” came up with a box saying that the data base was out of date and I would require a working internet connection for it to be updated. Of course, I am using my internet connection to post this thread. How can I check “software and updates” 's internet connection is working - does it use a different one to this one I'm using?

Hi,

1. Unknown:Unknown - this is usually a reference to the Intel microcode for Intel processors - I wouldn't use it at present:

viewtopic.php?f=3&t=13649


2. Issue with Updates: it could be a glitch in Apt which is what the GUI of Software and Updates uses. Try the terminal method:

Menu | Utilities | Terminal and enter:

Code:

sudo apt update && sudo apt dist-upgrade

You will be asked for your user password - please note that you will not receive any graphical representation of your password.