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Microsoft Store is Microsoft's official marketplace for discovering, downloading, and updating Windows applications, games, and entertainment. It integrates with Windows and supports app installations through Microsoft accounts and managed device policies.
💡 Pick it for scriptable installs, upgrades, and broader coverage of traditional Windows desktop software.
Winget is the official package manager for Windows developed by Microsoft.
💡 Choose it for mature Windows package automation and enterprise deployment controls.
Chocolatey is a package manager for Windows that allows users to automate software installations.
💡 Pick it for quick, clean installation of a curated set of popular Windows desktop apps.
Ninite is a tool that allows users to automatically install popular applications and utilities on a new computer with minimal user interaction.
💡 Choose it when you need free Windows apps that run from USB drives or without traditional installation.
PortableApps is a popular platform for portable software that offers a wide range of applications for USB drives.
💡 Pick it over Microsoft Store when your main need is buying, installing, and managing PC games.
One of the largest digital distribution platforms for PC gaming, offering multiplayer support, achievements, and community features.
Free to sign up, games vary in price
💡 Choose it for PC games, Epic exclusives, and recurring free-game offers rather than general Windows software.
The Epic Games Store is a digital distribution platform that offers exclusive titles, free games, and a curated selection of games.
Free to use with game purchases
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