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Advanced Package Tool (APT) is a set of core, free, and open-source tools integral to the Debian operating system, with its user interface application being aptitude. Developed internationally, this lightweight, privacy-focused command-line interface serves as a software installer and package manager primarily for Linux platforms. It is categorized under 'debian' and 'debian-package-system' tags. A user review notes a specific technical limitation, stating that 'the deb packages and tools around deb aren't suitable for really big programs because preinst scripts aren't easy to get separately.'