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Gentoo Linux, renowned for its flexibility and hands-on approach to package management, provides users with robust tools to oversee software installations. Whether you’re decluttering your system, troubleshooting, or just curious about your current setup, understanding how to list all installed packages is crucial. Dive in to learn the methods and commands that make this task a breeze on Gentoo.
Gentoo Linux is a free, open-source Linux distribution built around the philosophy of flexibility and user choice. Here are some key features and aspects of Gentoo:
To list installed packages on Gentoo, there are several methods, each serving its unique purpose. Here’s a step-by-step guide detailing three specific methods: using the world file, employing the eix tool, and utilizing epm:
The /var/lib/portage/world file keeps track of packages that the user explicitly installed (as opposed to dependencies that were pulled in automatically).
cat /var/lib/portage/world
eix is a utility for searching ebuilds, and it’s much faster than emerge –search. First, ensure eix is installed and its database is updated. Install and update eix (if you haven’t already):
sudo emerge eix sudo eix-update
Step to list installed packages:
epm list
‘qlist’ is a utility that shows files owned by packages. When used with the -I flag, it will list only the package names without their files.
sudo emerge portage-utils
qlist -I
Each of these methods serves its purpose depending on what you’re looking to achieve, be it a comprehensive list, a quick glance, or a detailed view. Familiarizing yourself with these tools can greatly enhance your package management experience on Gentoo.
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