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Windows Package Manager on Windows 11: How to Enable & Use
You will need to run CMD lines to use the Winget
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Windows Package Manager or Winget, is a tool that allows you to manage software packages on your Windows 11. Although there is a similar functionality on Linux, with the release of Windows 11, Microsoft has made it even easier to use this tool.
Thus, we will discuss how to enable and use Windows Package Manager on Windows 11. Also, you can read abouthow to fix the Winget if it’s not recognizedon your Windows device.
What is a Windows Package Manager?
Windows Package Manager is a tool designed for installing, updating, and managing software packages on Windows PCs. Microsoft Introduced it in May 2020, making it available for Windows 10 version 1809 and later.
It allows you to use a command-line interface to perform software management functions instead of a graphical user interface.
Furthermore,Windows Package Managershelp streamline the download of apps by providing a central location for users to manage all of their software installations. The Package Manager uses a YAML-based manifest file format that defines the software packages to be installed or updated with any dependencies or configurations required.
How can I enable Windows Package Manager and use it on Windows 11?
1. Install Windows Package manager (Winget)
The Winget feature is part of the App Installer. Therefore, downloading and updating the Microsoft App Installer will make the Winget feature available. You can read abouthow to resolve Microsoft Store if it’s not workingin Windows.
2. Use Windows Package Manager
The above command line lets your computer download and install apps directly without navigating different web pages. Do not hesitate to check our guide onthe best Installer Software Packagefor Windows.
These are the steps to download, install and use the Windows Package Manager on Windows 11.
However, you can also read how to remove software using Winget to increase your knowledge of Windows Package Manager.
Also, do not hesitate to explore our guide onfixing the Windows Package Manager operation failingon your device.
If you have further questions or suggestions, kindly drop them in the comments section.
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Henderson Jayden Harper
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Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills.
