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GNU patch vs Puppet

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

Puppet

Network & Admin

Puppet is an open source configuration management and automation tool. It helps system administrators manage IT infrastructure by automating repetitive tasks, enforcing desired state configuration, and increasing efficiency.

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