Resolving Package Conflicts
A step-by-step guide to resolving package conflicts in Fedora52.
Step1: Identify the Conflict
Use the package manager to identify the conflicting packages.
sudo dnf repoquery --duplicates
Step2: Analyze the Conflict
Understand the dependencies and the conflicting packages.
sudo dnf deplist <package-name>
Step3: Resolve the Conflict
Either remove the conflicting package or update it to a compatible version.
sudo dnf remove <package-name>
sudo dnf update <package-name>
Step4: Verify the Resolution
After resolving the conflict, verify that the issue is resolved.
sudo dnf check
Q: What if I encounter further conflicts after resolving one?
A: Sometimes resolving one conflict may reveal another. Continue the process iteratively.
Q: Can I use --skip-broken with dnf?
A: Yes, but be cautious as it may leave your system in an inconsistent state.