Dpkg

Build Your Own Ubuntu Repository with Docker 📦 Ever wanted to distribute your own software packages just like Ubuntu does? Whether you’re managing internal tools across multiple servers, creating a private package distribution system, or just want to learn how APT repositories work under the hood, building your own Ubuntu repository is easier than you might think. In this guide, I’ll show you how to create a production-ready Ubuntu repository using Docker, complete with GPG signing, automated publishing, and a web interface for package distribution. ...

APT and DPKG Guide (Debian/Ubuntu) Introduction apt and dpkg are core tools for package management on Debian and Ubuntu systems. apt update refreshes the package index from configured repositories, ensuring you have the latest package information. dpkg manages .deb packages, allowing direct installation, removal, querying, or identifying file ownership. This guide covers using apt update and dpkg, with use cases like system updates, manual .deb installation, searching for packages, finding file ownership, adding/removing external repositories, and determining which repository provides a package. ...