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How to Remove Unused Packages on CentOS Linux

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linuxconfig.org; By Lubos Rendek
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Removing unused or orphaned packages from your CentOS Linux system can help free up disk space, improve system performance, and reduce potential security vulnerabilities. Orphaned packages are those that were installed as dependencies for other software but are no longer needed because the original software has been removed. This guide will walk you through the steps to identify and remove these orphaned packages effectively.

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