This software facilitates the use of Ports and PkgSrc, the popular packaging systems on free *BSDs, with a user-friendly frontend.
The forthcoming final release will include an update function for the ports directory/ports database. KPorts is a highly versatile and user-friendly management tool that is suitable for all BSD end-users. Easy-to-use installation wizards make it highly approachable to neophytes, while also providing a multitude of options and complete command output for more experienced users.
The installation process itself is relatively straightforward, requiring simply the extraction of the tarball followed by the execution of a few key commands in the extracted tarball’s root. These commands include # WANT_AUTOCONF_2_5="1" WANT_AUTOMAKE_1_6="1" gmake -f Makefile.cvs # ./configure --prefix=`kde-config --prefix` LDFLAGS=-pthread # gmake # gmake install (as root). Overall, whether you are new to the world of *BSDs or an experienced user seeking a comprehensive management tool, KPorts is an exceptional option that delivers in terms of versatility, ease-of-use, and reliability.
Version 0.8.1: N/A