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where does the downloaded packages kept while downloaded using apt-get?

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Where is the packages kept when it is downloaded while using apt-get? Can i save it on another location?

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Best Antonio Sánchez (antoniosanchez) said : 		#1

You can find them under /var/cache/apt/archives

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actionparsnip (andrew-woodhead666) said : 		#2

You can create a new folder elsewhere then create a symbolic link to the new location. This will technically move the data but the system will see no difference.

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pepperblue (ayashif) said : 		#3

Thanks Antonio Sánchez, that solved my question.