MacPorts is an open-source package management system for macOS that simplifies the process of installing, compiling, and managing open-source software. The MacPorts Base is the core infrastructure that provides the command-line tools and framework necessary for managing ports, which are package definitions containing build and installation instructions. MacPorts supports a wide range of software and offers a consistent environment for software installation on macOS systems. ​

Features

  • Manages installation of open-source software on macOS
  • Provides a vast collection of ports for various applications
  • Supports binary and source installations
  • Handles dependencies automatically
  • Offers variants to customize builds
  • Maintains a clean separation from system files
  • Open-source under the BSD-3-Clause license​

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Package Managers

License

BSD License

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Programming Language

C

Related Categories

C Package Managers

Registered

2025-04-17
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