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GitHub Desktop vs Install-Block

A side-by-side look at GitHub Desktop and Install-Block. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

GitHub Desktop

GitHub Desktop

Development

GitHub Desktop is a open source graphical user interface desktop application for GitHub. It allows users to easily access GitHub's features and perform common git operations like commit, push, pull, and branch management.

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Install-Block

Install-Block

Security & Privacy

Install-Block is an open source browser extension that blocks unwanted software bundles and stops sneaky installers. It detects potentially unwanted programs (PUPs) and stops them from being installed without the user's consent during software setup wizards.

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