apr-util
brew install apr-util
v1.6.3_1
Apache-2.0
keg-only
C library providing utility functions (crypto, XML, database interfaces) for Apache Portable Runtime.
Why you might care
Build dependency for Apache httpd, Subversion, and other C projects needing portable abstractions over system APIs. Installed keg-only to avoid shadowing macOS's apr; use this formula when your build explicitly requires apr-util's database or cryptographic utilities.
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Runtime dependencies
Links
- https://apr.apache.org/
- Brew formula source: Formula/a/apr-util.rb
Keg-only reason
:shadowed_by_macos — Apple's CLT provides apr (but not apr-util)
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