APT-CACHE
apt-cache is a CLI tool for searching the apt software packages. This tool is also used to get information about different packages.
1. To search for the package details.
apt-cache search firefox
( or )
apt search firefox
- The following screenshot illustrates on searching for the packages.
2. To get in-depth package details.
apt-cache show firefox
( or )
apt show firefox
- The following screenshot illustrates on getting in-depth packages with detailing.
Difference Between APT, APT-GET, APT-CACHE and APT-CONFIG
apt, apt-get, apt-cache, and apt-config lie in some specific roles within the Debian package management system. Apt (Advanced Package Tool) is a high-level interface for managing software packages combining the functionalities of apt-get and apt-cache. In this article, we discuss on each component and its play of distinct roles in Debian systems.
Table of Content
- What is Package manager?
- Using apt-get/apt command
- APT-CACHE
- APT-CONFIG
- What is the difference between apt cache and apt file?
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