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@@ -261,6 +261,10 @@ The tags in common use are:
can be used instead of Closes: if the patch fixes a part of the issue(s)
being reported.
+ - A Suggested-by: tag indicates that the patch idea is suggested by the person
+ named and ensures credit to the person for the idea. This will, hopefully,
+ inspire them to help us again in the future.
+
- Cc: the named person received a copy of the patch and had the
opportunity to comment on it.