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pkgsrc

A framework for managing third-party software on UNIX-like systems

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pkgsrc provides tools for building, installing, and managing third-party software packages on UNIX-like systems. It supports both binary packages (usable without compiling) and source builds, with tools like pkgin for high-level package management. The project releases quarterly branches and is maintained by the NetBSD Foundation.

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