4. Installing applications

4.1. * Installing packages

4.2. The Ports collection

4.2.1. What is the FreeBSD Ports Collection?

4.2.2. How does the system compile with no source code?

4.2.3. Compiling ports from CDROM

4.2.4. Compiling ports using an Internet connection

4.2.5. It doesn't work?!

4.2.6. I've ported a program and I want to make a port out of it. What now?

4.2.7. I've got a good port, what now?

4.2.8. I want to leave the compile going overnight, but some ports don't like this.

4.2.9. The ports collection is weak. What can I do to help?

4.2.10. This FAQ is weak. What can I do?

4.2.11. How do I get more information on all the ports?

4.2.12. I've heard of a new checksum system. What is this for?

4.3. Porting applications

4.3.1. Before Starting the Port

4.3.2. Quick Porting

4.3.3. Slow Porting

4.3.4. Configuring the Makefile

4.3.5. Licensing Problems

4.3.6. * Upgrading

4.3.7. Do's and Dont's

4.3.8. A Sample Makefile

4.3.9. Package Names

4.3.10. That's It, Folks!