From 50e06f2580a0dc2f68221b19e13a189c73de2dc2 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: Pulse Monitor <pulse@pulse-monitor.dev>
Date: Sun, 17 Aug 2025 18:57:20 +0000
Subject: [PATCH] docs: clarify update process for different deployment types

- Add clear ProxmoxVE LXC update instructions (just type 'update')
- Fix incorrect FAQ about UI updates (no longer possible)
- Explain why Pulse cannot self-update for security reasons
- Make it clear that most users run in LXC containers
---
 README.md   | 14 +++++++++++---
 docs/FAQ.md |  8 ++++++--
 2 files changed, 17 insertions(+), 5 deletions(-)

diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
index 9ece122c9..29ea63b99 100644
--- a/README.md
+++ b/README.md
@@ -177,10 +177,18 @@ See [Security Documentation](docs/SECURITY.md) for details.
 
 ## Updating
 
-### Automatic Updates
-Pulse checks for updates based on your configured channel (stable or RC). Updates are notified in the UI but must be installed manually for security.
+### Update Notifications
+Pulse checks for updates and displays notifications in the UI when new versions are available. For security reasons, updates must be installed manually using the appropriate method for your deployment.
 
-### Manual Update via Script
+### ProxmoxVE LXC Container
+If you installed Pulse using the ProxmoxVE Helper Script:
+```bash
+# Simply type 'update' in the LXC console
+update
+```
+The ProxmoxVE script handles everything automatically.
+
+### Manual Installation (systemd)
 ```bash
 # Update to latest stable
 curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/rcourtman/Pulse/main/install.sh | sudo bash
diff --git a/docs/FAQ.md b/docs/FAQ.md
index b4871d815..7c9c4f453 100644
--- a/docs/FAQ.md
+++ b/docs/FAQ.md
@@ -93,8 +93,12 @@ Yes, ensure WebSocket support is enabled
 ## Updates
 
 ### How to update?
-- **Docker**: Pull latest image, recreate container
-- **Manual**: Settings → System → Check for Updates
+- **ProxmoxVE LXC**: Type `update` in the LXC console
+- **Docker**: Pull latest image, recreate container  
+- **Manual/systemd**: Run the install script again: `curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/rcourtman/Pulse/main/install.sh | sudo bash`
+
+### Why can't I update from the UI?
+For security reasons, Pulse cannot self-update. The UI will notify you when updates are available and show the appropriate update command for your deployment type.
 
 ### Will updates break config?
 No, configuration is preserved
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