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Description
The Fink initiative aims to introduce the extensive realm of Unix open-source software to Darwin and Mac OS X environments. By modifying Unix applications to ensure they compile and operate seamlessly on Mac OS X—essentially "porting" them—we provide users with a unified distribution available for download. Utilizing Debian tools such as dpkg and apt-get, Fink offers robust binary package management capabilities. Users have the flexibility to either download precompiled binary packages or opt to build everything from source code. The project supplies both precompiled binary options and a fully automated system for building from source. While Mac OS X comes with merely a fundamental set of command-line tools, Fink enhances these tools and presents a variety of graphical applications designed for Linux and other Unix systems. With Fink, the compilation process becomes entirely automated, freeing users from the complexities of Makefiles and configure scripts, along with their various parameters. Additionally, the dependency management system ensures that all necessary libraries are automatically accounted for, streamlining the overall user experience. As a result, Fink significantly enriches the software ecosystem available to Mac OS X users.
Description
WPKG serves as an automated solution for deploying, upgrading, and removing software on Windows systems. This tool enables the transfer of software packages, including Service Packs, hotfixes, and application installations, from a centralized server like Samba or Active Directory to multiple workstations efficiently. Operating as a background service, it facilitates silent installations without requiring user intervention. The program supports a variety of installation formats such as MSI, InstallShield, and Inno Setup, along with .exe, .bat, and .cmd scripts, eliminating the need for repackaging. As an open-source application, WPKG adds significant functionality to your Samba or Active Directory environment by streamlining software management tasks like installation, updates, and removal. Additionally, it allows for the execution of custom scripts, enabling tasks such as time synchronization, printer settings configuration, permission adjustments, and registry modifications on your workstations, thus enhancing overall system management capabilities. Ultimately, WPKG proves to be a versatile tool that can simplify IT management processes and improve operational efficiency.
API Access
Has API
API Access
Has API
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
Free Version
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
Free Version
Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Vendor Details
Company Name
Fink
Website
www.finkproject.org
Vendor Details
Company Name
WPKG
Country
United States
Website
wpkg.org/Main_Page