minstall is a tool designed to fetch software archives (typically .tar.gz or .zip ), extract them to a designated directory, and symlink the executables to a location in your system $PATH .
Minstall 1.x was a raw dialog -based script. represents a quantum leap: it retains the text-based core but adds intelligent automation, better partitioning tools, and an almost foolproof user experience. minstall 2.1
Passes the parameters straight to the core Windows Installer service. /qn or /quiet minstall is a tool designed to fetch software
To install the tool itself, download the tarball and run the bootstrap script: extract them to a designated directory