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Git Bash vs MSYS2

A side-by-side look at Git Bash and MSYS2. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Git Bash

Git Bash

Development

Git Bash is a terminal emulator for Windows that provides a Bash environment that allows users to utilize Git version control features and Linux-style command line tools and utilities on Windows operating systems.

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MSYS2

MSYS2

Development

MSYS2 is a software distribution and building platform for Windows that provides a Unix-like environment. It includes bash shell support, a package manager, and the tools needed to build native Windows programs.

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