Contributing
- Fork this repository.
- Create a new branch from
main.
- Make your changes.
- Submit a pull request with a description of what you’ve done.
What’s a Package Manager?
A package manager is a tool that helps you install, update, and remove software on your system. It handles dependencies and ensures everything is installed correctly. Here's a quick overview:
Distro-Specific Package Managers
- Apt (Debian/Ubuntu): Handles
.deb packages. It's known for vast repositories and reliable dependency management.
- Dnf (Fedora/Red Hat): Manages
.rpm packages. Designed with a modular approach, offering speed and efficiency.
- Pacman (Arch Linux): Uses
.pkg.tar.xz packages. Simple, fast, and efficient.
- Homebrew (macOS/Linux): Originally for macOS, but can also be installed on Linux. It's user-friendly and supports version control, making it easy to manage different versions of software.
Universal Package Formats
- Flatpak: A cross-distro package manager that works on various Linux distributions. It’s known for sandboxing applications, enhancing security.
- Snap: Another universal package manager supported across multiple Linux distributions, with easy installation and automatic updates.
- AppImage: A portable format for Linux applications that can be run directly without installation, offering a simple way to distribute software without dependencies.
Speed and Performance
- Apt: Quick and efficient, with advanced dependency handling and caching.
- Dnf: Faster than its predecessor,
yum, with a focus on performance.
- Pacman: Highly regarded for its speed and minimalistic approach.
- Homebrew: Simple and easy to use, offering decent performance.
- Flatpak/Snap: Typically slower than native package managers due to sandboxing but provide broad compatibility and easy updates.
- AppImage: Fast to launch since it's a portable format, though it doesn’t integrate into the system like other package managers.