DPKG (Debian/Ubuntu)
`dpkg` is a low-level package manager that works directly with `.deb` package files. It is not used for resolving dependencies.
DPKG Commands
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
sudo dpkg -i package.deb | Installs a `.deb` package file. |
dpkg -l <package_name> | Lists installed packages matching the name. |
dpkg -s <package_name> | Displays detailed information about an installed package. |
sudo dpkg -r <package_name> | Removes an installed package, but leaves its configuration files. |
sudo dpkg -P <package_name> | Purges an installed package, removing both the package and its configuration files. |