Homebrew
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VisitHomebrew vs Npackd
What both publish
| Fact | Homebrew | Npackd |
|---|---|---|
| Custom repositories | Taps let anyone maintain formulae and casks outside Homebrew’s officially supported repositories. | Users can host their own repository using an HTTP server, shared folder, or local XML file. |
| Dependency resolution | Yes | Yes |
| Package formats | formulae,casks | ZIP,MSI,EXE |
| Supported platforms | macOS,Linux,Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) | Windows,ReactOS,Linux/Wine |
Homebrew plans
- HomebrewFree
Npackd plans
- NpackdFree
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Pick Npackd if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.