I'm curious if I can run app formats like .deb files from Debian or AUR packages on Fedora, even though it's not supported out of the box. I know it sounds a bit odd, but is it possible?
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Think of it this way: trying to use Debian packages on Fedora is like trying to play ice hockey with field hockey sticks. It'll sort of work but will be really awkward and probably not enjoyable in the long run.
Yes, you can convert .deb packages using a tool called alien. There's also a neat tool called Distrobox that lets you run apps from different distros in containers, which can make things easier!
Technically, you shouldn't use .deb files made for Debian on Fedora. But with some tools, like Wine, you can even run Windows apps on any Linux distro! If you need help with a specific app, let us know and we can suggest the best tools for it.
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