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Description

Pacman is a package management tool utilized in Linux environments to handle software installations. It employs straightforward compressed files as its package format and keeps a text-based database, which serves as a structured hierarchy for instances where manual adjustments may be required. Rather than attempting to encompass every function, Pacman focuses on key operations such as adding, removing, and upgrading software packages, while also enabling users to search through the package database for installed items, their associated files, and ownership details. Furthermore, it strives to manage dependencies automatically and can retrieve packages from online servers. The introduction of version 2.0 brought the capability to synchronize packages with a central server via package databases using the -sync option, marking a significant improvement over earlier versions where installations had to be performed manually with --add and -upgrade commands. This evolution not only enhanced user experience but also streamlined the process of keeping software up to date.

Description

PowerShellGet is a module designed for managing PowerShell artifacts, enabling users to discover, install, update, and publish various items such as modules, DSC resources, role capabilities, and scripts. The cmdlet Find-Command is utilized to search for PowerShell commands, including cmdlets, aliases, functions, and workflows, by examining modules within registered repositories. When Find-Command locates a command, it returns a PSGetCommandInfo object, which can subsequently be piped into the Install-Module cmdlet for module installation. By using the Tag and RequiredVersion parameters, users can effectively identify DSC resources; Tag will provide the current version for all resources that possess the specified tag within the repository, while RequiredVersion requires the ModuleName parameter, making the Name parameter optional. These Name and ModuleName parameters serve to refine the output further. Additionally, employing the AllVersions parameter allows users to see all available versions of a DSC resource, enhancing the overall management of PowerShell artifacts. This structure empowers users to efficiently handle PowerShell resources and ensures they are utilizing the most relevant versions for their needs.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

Arch Linux
MSYS2
PowerShell

Integrations

Arch Linux
MSYS2
PowerShell

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

Pacman

Website

archlinux.org/pacman/

Vendor Details

Company Name

Microsoft

Country

United States

Website

docs.microsoft.com/en-us/powershell/module/powershellget/

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