Are you having trouble keeping your system up to date? You’re not alone! In this blog post, we’ll explain the difference between YUM and Up2date, and show you how to use YUM to keep your system up to date. Stay tuned!
What is YUM?
YUM is short for Yellow dog Updater Modified. It is an open-source command line tool used for installing, updating, and removing software packages in RPM-based Linux distributions. YUM is the default package manager for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and CentOS. YUM automatically resolves software dependencies and provides a user-friendly interface. YUM commands are used to install, update, remove or search software packages from the command line. YUM also provides a plugin interface for extending its features. YUM plugins are available for many popular Linux distributions including Fedora, RHEL, and CentOS. Thanks for using YUM!
What is Up2date?
Up2date is a software application that helps you keep your computer up to date with the latest security patches and software updates. It does this by scanning your computer for outdated software, then downloading and installing the latest versions. Up2date is available for free and can be installed on any Windows, Mac, or Linux computer. Once installed, Up2date will automatically scan your computer for outdated software every day, and install the updates automatically. Up2date is a valuable tool for keeping your computer secure and up to date, and is recommended for all users.
Difference between YUM and Up2date
YUM and Up2date are two of the most popular package management tools used in Linux distributions. YUM (Yellowdog Updater Modified) is a command-line tool that can be used to install, update, and remove packages. It can automatically resolve dependencies and handle repository configuration. Up2date is a graphical tool that can be used to install, update, and remove packages. It offers a simpler interface than YUM and can be used without having to edit configuration files. Both YUM and Up2date are well-supported tools that offer robust package management features. However, YUM is generally considered to be the better option for most users due to its greater flexibility and ease of use.
Conclusion
Up2date is a software management tool that can be used to update system software on Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems. YUM, or Yellowdog Updater Modified is a more general package management tool that can be used to manage software on RPM-based systems including CentOS, Fedora, and RHEL. While both tools have their benefits, Up2date may be the better choice for organizations running Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6 or earlier versions.
