How does yum work?

Yum, short for Yellowdog Updater Modified, is a package management tool used in CentOS, Fedora, and other Linux distributions. It simplifies the process of installing, updating, and removing software packages on a Linux system. Yum works by connecting to a repository, a centralized server that contains a collection of software packages, and downloading the required packages for installation or upgrade. It resolves software dependencies, ensuring that any required libraries or components are also installed. Yum retains a local database of installed packages, allowing for quick and efficient searches and operations on the system. It also simplifies system administration tasks by automating package management processes, making it a powerful tool for managing software on Linux distributions.

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