Tools

For years, Linux and macOS users have enjoyed the convenience of the sudo command to run commands with administrative privileges. Now, the sudo experience has finally come to Windows in two popular forms: Microsoft’s official sudo, built into Windows 11, and the feature-rich, open-source gsudo. But which one should you use? This guide will put them in a head-to-head showdown, comparing their features, security, and best use cases to help you choose the right tool for your workflow. ...

The Windows Package Manager, better known as winget, is a powerful command-line tool that dramatically simplifies the process of managing software on Windows. Instead of manually downloading installers from websites, you can use winget to find, install, upgrade, and uninstall applications directly from your terminal. This guide explains what winget is, how to check if you already have it, and how to install or update it. What is winget? winget is a free and open-source package manager developed by Microsoft. It brings the convenience of Linux package managers (like apt or yum) to the Windows ecosystem. With winget, you can automate the setup of a new machine or keep your existing software up-to-date with a single command. ...