Linux

dpkg

SafeQuery deb packages

dpkg -l | grep <pkg>

Lists/queries installed debs. -S maps files to packages; -i installs a local .deb.

Examples

  • dpkg -S /usr/sbin/nginxFind owning package

Syntax

dpkg [-l] [-S file] [-i file.deb]

Before you run it

Queries safe; -i may leave broken deps.

Related commands

  • aptDebian/Ubuntu packages
  • whichLocate a command

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