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Apache Subversion vs CVS (Concurrent Versions System)

A side-by-side look at Apache Subversion and CVS (Concurrent Versions System). For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Apache Subversion

Apache Subversion

Development

Apache Subversion is an open source version control system. It allows users to maintain current and historical versions of files such as source code, web pages, and documentation. Popular among developers and used by corporations to manage large projects.

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CVS (Concurrent Versions System)

CVS (Concurrent Versions System)

Development

CVS is a version control software that allows multiple developers to collaborate on the same codebase. It tracks revisions to files and enables merging changes from multiple authors. CVS works by having a central repository that stores the latest version of code.

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