What is syncopt FOR LINUX?

Welcome to syncopt FOR LINUX

The syncopt script provides an innovative solution to the common sysadmin challenge of keeping software installations consistent across multiple machines. It offers flexibility and control, independent of vendor packaging schemes.

Key Features of syncopt

• Allows installation of packages using syncopt or vendor's packaging scheme


• Supports installation of multiple versions of the same package


• Enables clients to control local package installations and default versions

Local Package Install

For local package installations on client machines:

• Remove the local symlink


• Create a stub directory


• Edit the .syncopt file or use a command line to install the package

Undoing a Local Package Install

To reverse a local package installation:

• Remove the local copy


• Edit the .syncopt file if necessary


• Run syncopt to synchronize

Bringing a Client into Sync

After a new package installation:

• Create the necessary directories


• Use syncopt to sync


• Adjust behaviors with the .syncopt file

How Download Works

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