package-management

Why isn't Git used for package management?

I've heard that Git has lots of advantages over subversion/CVS, especially speed so why do projects like FreeBSD continue to use CVS for the ports system? Wouldn't the distributed version control make it easier for new ports to be created and updated too? Also mercurial should be another good option and the same gos for all package manag...

installing python libraries

Ok, so i've downloaded the following library: http://www.lag.net/paramiko/ and i can't seem to figure out how to install on my local machine: Mac OS X 10.4.11 ...

How to save password in SSIS package configuration using Visual Studio 2005 BIDS?

I know this isn't a "good" thing to do, but its also a temporary measure on several internal servers used by a select few developers. So please forgive me engaging in "very bad things" :) The crux of the problem can be seen when I open any of my connection managers: the password field is empty. I am using SQL Server Authentication with ...

.NET Package Management

What are the current offerings for .NET package management. Which are you using and what are the pros and cons? Some examples out there today are: Nu OpenWrap For the avoidance of doubt, I'm referring to package management systems such as gem, apt-get, and dpkg. ...