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'''Linux Software Map''' (LSM) is a standard text [[file format]] for describing [[Linux]] [[software]]. AlsoIt italso refers to the [[database]] constructed from these files. LSM is one of the standard methods for announcing a new software release for Linux.

== File format ==

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Please see ''External links'' below for a definitive template and details of what the values should look like.

== Database ==

The collective database of LSM entries can be searched in order to locate software of a particular type. This database has passed through various owners. It was created by Jeff Kopmanis. , Lars Wirzenius maintained it for a while, and now the current maintainer is Aaron Schrab (with help from volunteers).

The database can be downloaded in its entirety, or one can perform limited queries using a web interface.

There are several web interfaces listed under ''External links'' as well as instructions for submitting new entries.

== External links ==

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