Portage

Noun · Open Source

Definitions

  1. The package management system used by Gentoo Linux, known for source-based builds, USE flags, and fine-grained configuration of package features. Portage is central to Gentoo’s highly customizable distribution model.

    In plain English: Gentoo’s package management system for building and installing software with detailed customization.

    Example: "The build was slower, but Portage let them compile exactly the feature set they needed for the appliance."

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