AM, the open-source AppImage package manager, has released version 10.6, which introduces the capability to run multiple instances simultaneously without conflicts, addressing issues from the previous version. This update also marks a milestone with the catalog reaching 3,000 AppImages across 3,594 unique applications, thanks to community contributions. In addition to the parallel installation feature, the release includes various fixes, such as improved app name matching and more reliable icon sourcing. AM is designed for users seeking a simplified way to manage portable Linux applications, although it may still be challenging for those unfamiliar with command line software management

AM 10.6 Adds Parallel AppImage Installations to Linux Package Manager

AM, the open-source AppImage package manager, has released version 10.6, adding the ability to run multiple instances at once without installations colliding. The feature fixes a problem introduced in 10.5, where users clicking "Install" too quickly would trigger conflicting operations and break in-progress downloads. The release also coincides with a catalog milestone of 3,000 AppImages across 3,594 unique applications, grown largely by volunteer contributors.

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