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OS X application manager

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Unix-sytled, "package managers" like Fink , Homebrew , and MacPorts do a good job of managing 'headless' libraries. I would like something similar to manage OS X applications with a GUI. I am hoping to find an easier way to add/remove applications and restore my system in the event of loss or theft or if I purchase a new computer. Requirements: - find and install applications - keep track of which applications I've installed - uninstall applications and preferences - manage licenses Candidates: - AppFresh for Mac - best candidate; not free - homebrew-cask - good candidate; limited application support - Apple's App Store - easily find and install applications; doesn't remove applications; not all applications are in the App Store - AppCleaner - removes applications and preferences, but does not install applications - osx.iusethis.com - tracks application (which will replace my spreadsheet); does not manage applications Are there others?
Asked by craig (1757 rep)
Apr 10, 2013, 08:48 AM
Last activity: Dec 1, 2013, 09:17 PM