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In such a system, software is distributed in packages, usually encapsulated into a single file. The file, as well as the software itself, contains information that describes (in machine-readable format) the package's details, including its name, checksums, and the details of any other packages that it either requires the installation of to work, or cannot work with. It may also include information on how to configure the package for use, and how to remove the package cleanly when it is no longer required.
The package manager then uses this information to install, configure, and remove packages as requested by the user.
Some well-known examples of package management systems include:
Recent versions of Microsoft Windows contain similar facilities.
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