Winget

Winget (Windows Package Manager) is an official package manager for Windows systems, developed by Microsoft. It simplifies the process of discovering, installing, upgrading, and removing software on Windows machines. Winget provides command-line access to manage software packages, s imilar to package managers on Linux and macOS systems.

With Winget, you can search for, install, update, and uninstall software packages without having to manually navigate to a website, download installers, or follow installation wizards. Winget automates these tasks and makes it easy to manage software on your Windows system.

Alternatives

For a while yet, Chocolatey is a popular alternative. Chocolatey has been around for a longer time, offering a mature set of features and a large repository of packages. The Chocolatey community is well-established, and it has extensive documentation and support. Chocolatey is known for its versatility and integration with various Windows tools, such as PowerShell and NuGet infrastructure. This makes it a popular choice for many Windows users looking for a reliable and comprehensive package management solution.