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pkgsrc vs SelfControl -- The Linux port

A side-by-side look at pkgsrc and SelfControl -- The Linux port. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

pkgsrc

pkgsrc

Development

pkgsrc is a portable packaging system for Unix-like operating systems. It provides over 12,000 software packages, is used on various platforms, and focuses on providing software that is up to date and consistent across systems.

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SelfControl -- The Linux port

SelfControl -- The Linux port

Productivity

SelfControl is a free and open-source application for Linux that helps users avoid distracting websites and apps by blocking access to them for a set period of time. It aims to provide similar functionality to the original SelfControl app for macOS.

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