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@@ -62,7 +62,7 @@ Weave Net
 and announces new versions in the log. To disable this check, run:
 
 ```
-export CHECKPOINT_DISABLE=true
+export CHECKPOINT_DISABLE=1
 ```
 
 before launching Weave Net.