Complete Bundled APT Commands

Here's a list of bundled apt commands for different day-to-day tasks:

1. Basic System Update & Upgrade

(Updates package lists, upgrades all packages, and cleans up)

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sudo apt-get update && \
sudo apt-get upgrade -y && \
sudo apt-get dist-upgrade -y && \
sudo apt-get autoremove -y && \
sudo apt-get autoclean

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2. Full System Upgrade (Incl. Release Upgrade)

(For major version upgrades, e.g., Ubuntu 20.04 → 22.04)

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sudo apt-get update && \
sudo apt-get upgrade -y && \
sudo apt-get dist-upgrade -y && \
sudo do-release-upgrade -y && \
sudo apt-get autoremove -y && \
sudo apt-get autoclean

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3. Fix Broken Packages & Missing Dependencies

(Repairs broken installs and missing packages)

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sudo apt-get update --fix-missing && \
sudo apt-get install -f && \
sudo dpkg --configure -a && \
sudo apt-get check

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4. Clean Up System (Remove Junk Files)

(Removes cached packages, old kernels, and orphaned dependencies)

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sudo apt-get autoremove -y --purge && \
sudo apt-get clean && \
sudo apt-get autoclean && \
sudo journalctl --vacuum-time=7d  # Cleans journal logs older than 7 days (optional)

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5. Install Essential Build Tools (For Development/Kernel Modules)

(Sets up a system for compiling software/drivers)

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sudo apt-get update && \
sudo apt-get install -y build-essential dkms module-assistant linux-headers-$(uname -r) && \
sudo m-a prepare

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6. Remove Unwanted Packages Completely

(Purges packages + dependencies + config files)

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sudo apt-get purge <package_name> -y && \
sudo apt-get autoremove -y --purge && \
sudo apt-get clean

(Replace <package_name> with the actual package.)

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7. Check for Upgradable Packages & Security Updates

(Lists available updates without installing them)

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sudo apt update && \
apt list --upgradable && \
sudo apt-get --just-print upgrade  # Simulates upgrade (dry run)

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8. Batch Install Multiple Packages

(Installs multiple packages in one command)

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sudo apt-get install -y package1 package2 package3

(Replace package1, package2, etc., with actual package names.)

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Notes on Usage

• Use -y flag to auto-confirm prompts (useful for scripts).

• For safety, test with --dry-run (simulation) before executing major changes.

• Combine commands with && to ensure each step succeeds before proceeding.