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# Blog posts tagged "debs"

#### [A technical comparison between snaps and debs](https://canonical.com/blog/a-technical-comparison-between-snaps-and-debs)

How are snaps different from debs? This is a common question that comes up in technical discussions in the Linux community, especially among developers and users who have just embarked on their snap journey and are interested in learning more details. Indeed, the introduction of self-contained application format likes snaps has created a

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