Easy Package Creation with CheckInstall

Monday, 10 May 2010 20:42

Written by linux.com

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Need a fast way to create a Debian Package, RPM or Slackware package? If you need to install software from source, but don't want to take the time to learn how to create packages, there's an easier way. CheckInstall is your fast ticket to installable packages.

The bad old days, when you had to compile lots of packages from source, are done and over. But you'll still find occasions when it's necessary to compile from source. When you do, it's better to create a native package to install on your system than to just use make install. This makes it easier to manage the software and to uninstall it at a later date.

But creating packages isn't trivial, and if you're not adept at creating native packages (RPMs, Debian Packages or Slackware pkg) then who has the time to do all that? CheckInstall cuts out the hassle and automates package creation.

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