# whohas

> tool to query many Linux, BSD, and Fink/MacPorts repositories

**Wikidata**: [Q110473706](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q110473706)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/whohas

## Summary  
whohas is a command-line tool designed to query multiple Linux, BSD, and Fink/MacPorts software repositories simultaneously. It helps users quickly determine which distributions or package managers offer a specific software package. This tool is particularly useful for developers and system administrators who work across different platforms.

## Key Facts  
- **Instance of**: Software, computer program  
- **Primary function**: Queries Linux, BSD, and Fink/MacPorts repositories for package availability  
- **OSDN project**: Listed as `freshmeat_whohas`  
- **Debian stable package**: Available as `whohas`  
- **Homebrew formula**: Named `whohas`  
- **Described at URL**: [http://freshmeat.sourceforge.net/projects/whohas](http://freshmeat.sourceforge.net/projects/whohas)  

## FAQs  
### Q: What operating systems does whohas support?  
A: whohas supports Linux, BSD, and macOS (via Fink/MacPorts). It is designed to work across multiple Unix-like systems.  

### Q: How do I install whohas on Debian?  
A: whohas is available in the Debian stable repository and can be installed using the package name `whohas`.  

### Q: Can whohas query third-party repositories?  
A: No, whohas is limited to querying official repositories of supported distributions and package managers like Fink and MacPorts.  

## Why It Matters  
whohas simplifies the process of finding software packages across different Unix-based systems, saving time for developers and administrators. By consolidating queries into a single command, it eliminates the need to manually check each repository. This tool is especially valuable in heterogeneous environments where multiple distributions or package managers are in use. Its efficiency and cross-platform compatibility make it a practical utility for open-source software management.  

## Notable For  
- **Cross-repository queries**: Unique ability to search multiple repositories with one command.  
- **Lightweight**: Designed as a minimal, command-line tool for efficiency.  
- **Open-source**: Hosted on OSDN (formerly Freshmeat) as `freshmeat_whohas`.  

## Body  
### Functionality  
- Queries package availability across Linux, BSD, and macOS (Fink/MacPorts) repositories.  
- Returns results in a standardized format for easy comparison.  

### Availability  
- **Debian**: Available as a stable package (`whohas`).  
- **Homebrew**: Installable via the formula `whohas`.  

### Development  
- Listed on OSDN under the project name `freshmeat_whohas`.  
- No additional version or release details are provided in the source material.