RPM (Red Hat Package Manager)

RPM (Red Hat Package Manager) is a system used to manage software on Linux-based computers, particularly in Red Hat and its derivatives. It organizes, installs, updates, and removes software packages in a consistent way, ensuring compatibility and ease of maintenance. Think of RPM as a digital toolkit that helps system administrators efficiently handle software components, keeping the system stable and up-to-date. It uses package files, typically with ".rpm" extensions, that contain the program files and instructions for installation. Overall, RPM simplifies the complex process of software management on Linux systems.