Tag: package manager

How to Clean YUM Cache

February 14, 2023

YUM is a powerful package manager for Linux. Cleaning your YUM cache frees up disk space and prevents metadata errors. This tutorial brings different ways to clear YUM cache.

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Nala apt Frontend for Linux

December 22, 2022

APT (Advanced Package Tool) is a widely-used package manager for Ubuntu and other Debian-based Linux distributions. This article introduces Nala, a command-line APT frontend that aims to provide a tidier alternative to the standard apt user interface.

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How to Install Yarn on Ubuntu

December 8, 2022

Yarn is a tool for managing, updating, and sharing your Java code. It works through node.js, and it helps to track libraries, dependencies, and even to share solutions with other developers. In this tutorial, learn how to install Yarn on Ubuntu.

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YUM vs. APT: What's the Difference?

November 24, 2022

APT and YUM are two popular package managers. This article shows their similarities and differences, and presents examples of basic package management operations.

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Install Chocolatey on Windows 10

August 25, 2022

Chocolatey is an open-source package manager designed for Windows. This tutorial shows how to install and use Chocolatey with some basic commands.

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Flatpak vs. Snap vs. AppImage

June 8, 2022

This article compares three distribution-independent package formats - Flatpak, Snap, and AppImage. Learn the difference, pros, and cons of each package format.

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How to Use the RPM Command in Linux

April 28, 2022

RPM is a low-level command utility tool used for installing, removing, upgrading, and verifying RPM packages on Linux-based distributions. Learn how to use the command through easy-to-follow examples.

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How to Install winget (Windows Package Manager)

April 21, 2022

winget is Microsoft's package manager for Windows 10 and 11. This tutorial shows how to install and use winget.

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dpkg Command in Linux With Examples

March 29, 2022

The dpkg command in Linux helps unpack Debian packages (.deb) and install software on Debian and Debian-based OS-es like Ubuntu. Learn how to use the command in this tutorial.

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RPM vs. YUM: Learn the Difference

February 9, 2022

This article explains the difference between two Red Hat-based Linux package managers - RPM and YUM. See the key differences to help you decide which one to use.

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