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Where do I find Linux software?
Typically all applications for Linux distributions (a.k.a. distros) are found in their respective package managers. These package managers are used to install and uninstall software from internet servers known as repositories.
These repositories contain all software available for a given operating system including add-on software not bundled with the main distribution. Users may elect to automatically install or uninstall any software available from an assortment of repositories accessible from within the package manager. Additional repositories can also be added and thus made available in the package manager thereby enabling users to access an even greater range of software.
Puppy Linux is unique in that most add-on software is not found in the package manager but at users web sites. Repositories in the Puppy Linux package manager are identified and selectable according to operating system version. Only packages that are compatible with the version in use are available for download in the package manager.
Software for Linux is not typically available in retail outlets and must instead be downloaded from web sites. Unlike other operating systems nearly all Linux software is free. Anyone however may redistribute Linux and charge a nominal sum for this service. Many online vendors offer this service. This is an easy way to avoid the effort of making a bootable version of a distribution.
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