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GNU patch vs potrace

A side-by-side look at GNU patch and potrace. 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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potrace

potrace

Graphics & Design

Potrace is an open source bitmap tracing tool used to convert bitmap images into vector graphics. It produces high-quality vector images by tracing the outlines of a bitmap image. Potrace is useful for converting JPG, PNG, TIFF and other raster images into SVG or PDF files.

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