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[R] Improve source build experience #30509

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  • We should make ARROW_DEPENDENCY_SOURCE=AUTO the default and then document how to install the dependencies (such that you can) using apt/yum; that will speed up source builds
  • In the default case where they aren't downloading a binary, we could advertise *** For a faster installation, set the environment variable LIBARROW_BINARY=true before installing or something. I think that wouldn't be against CRAN policy
  • We could also message more loudly in the default source build that not all features are enabled, set LIBARROW_MINIMAL=false and reinstall if you need them

Reporter: Nicola Crane / @thisisnic
Assignee: Nicola Crane / @thisisnic

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Note: This issue was originally created as ARROW-14988. Please see the migration documentation for further details.

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