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GNU patch vs Plank

A side-by-side look at GNU patch and Plank. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

GNU patch

GNU patch

Development

GNU patch is an open-source utility for applying patches to text files. It allows users to modify source code files by applying differences files, also known as patches, which contain the changes between two versions of a file.

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Plank

Plank

Os & Utilities

Plank is a simple dock application for Linux that provides fast access to running apps. It has a clean interface and takes up little screen space while still allowing easy launching and switching between apps.

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