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Package Management in Linux

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There are many different ways to install packages in Linux.

  1. Build from source.

  2. Pre-built binaries.

  3. Use distribution specific tools. For example,

    • Debian, Ubuntu Series: apt-get, wajig
    • Fedora: dnf Notice that Atomic …

Fix Package Installation Issue in Linux

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Error message: The package hl1440lpr needs to be reinstalled, but I can't find an archive for it.

Steps to fix the issue:

Start with

sudo dpkg --remove --force-all hl1440lpr

If that …