#### Linux From Scratch - Version r13.0-6

### Chapter 8. Installing Basic System Software

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# 8.72. Patch-2.8

The Patch package contains a program for modifying or creating files by applying a “patch” file typically created by the diff program.

Approximate build time: 0.1 SBU
Required disk space: 14 MB

## 8.72.1. Installation of Patch

Prepare Patch for compilation:

    ./configure --prefix=/usr

Compile the package:

    make

To test the results, issue:

    make check

Install the package:

    make install

## 8.72.2. Contents of Patch

Installed program: patch

### Short Descriptions

patch | Modifies files according to a patch file (A patch file is normally a difference listing created with the diff program. By applying these differences to the original files, patch creates the patched versions.)

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