Each linux distribution uses its own package format + genric compiled binaries or source codes for exambple, Redhat like distributions use rpm based packages and debian based uses deb packages you can download these packages and install by using the package management features of the distribution used. You cam also make a package repository also
On Fri, Dec 11, 2009 at 12:16 PM, girish dw <[email protected]> wrote: > I needed to know two more things. First, whenever i try to download any > software from other websites like opera web browser or adobe flash player, a > option comes for selecting the package. What is this about? if i can figure > this out i can install some software. > > Plus, many of my friends are having desktops without internet connections. > So its not possible for me to update and also install new software. is there > any other option like in windows, wherein i can download the softwares and > copy it in a pendrive or CD and install it for them,. > > -- > "Freedom is the only law". > "Freedom Unplugged" > http://www.ilug-tvm.org > > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google > Groups "ilug-tvm" group. > To post to this group, send email to [email protected] > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > [email protected] > > For details visit the website: www.ilug-tvm.org or the google group page: > http://groups.google.com/group/ilug-tvm?hl=en > -- "Freedom is the only law". "Freedom Unplugged" http://www.ilug-tvm.org You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "ilug-tvm" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected] To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected] For details visit the website: www.ilug-tvm.org or the google group page: http://groups.google.com/group/ilug-tvm?hl=en
