Murka

Murka is a free and open-source command-line tool that makes tackling the Phylogeny problem super easy. It does this using Median Networks, which is pretty neat! This software comes packed with heuristic methods, exact algorithms, and even a Steiner problem solver to help you out.

Features of Murka

Murka allows you to input a reversible alignment step matrix. What does that mean for you? Well, the output gives you (sub)optimal trees along with various combinations of them. It's been tested on both Linux and Microsoft Windows, so you know it’s reliable!

Why Choose Murka?

This application covers all bases when it comes to minimum cost trees. Sure, there are other programs out there like AWC Spectronet and Fluxus Engineering Network, but guess what? They charge money! Murka is your go-to free option.

Installing Murka on Linux

If you're eager to start using Murka, installing it on your GNU/Linux computer is simple. First, you’ll need to download the latest version from Softpedia. Save that file wherever you want on your computer.

Getting Started with Terminal

Once you've got the file saved, you'll need to extract its contents using an archive manager utility. Then it's time to open up the Terminal app on your distribution. Navigate to where those extracted files are (like using `cd /home/softpedia/murka-1.3.3-src`). After that, run the command `./configure && make` to get everything set up.

Final Steps for Installation

To install Murka system-wide, just run `make install` as root or use `sudo make install` if you're a privileged user. If you're curious about what commands are available, just type `murka --help` in Terminal.

A Peek Under the Hood

Diving into the details of the Murka project reveals that this software is written entirely in C++. It's fully compatible with all Linux distributions and also works well with Microsoft Windows systems.

Supported Architectures

You can successfully install it on machines supporting either 64-bit (x86_64) or 32-bit (x86) architectures. Right now, it's only available as a universal source tarball.