Manual Installation
Manual installation is the process of setting up software, libraries, or dependencies by manually downloading, configuring, and integrating components without using automated package managers or installers. It involves steps like downloading files from official sources, extracting archives, setting environment variables, and modifying configuration files. This method provides granular control over the installation process but requires more technical expertise and time compared to automated methods.
Developers should use manual installation when working with custom or proprietary software not available in standard repositories, when needing specific versions or configurations not supported by package managers, or in environments with strict security or compliance requirements that restrict automated tools. It's also essential for debugging installation issues, learning how software components interact, or when package managers fail due to network or compatibility problems.