> Why place something on a shelf, behind an agent that demands a learning curve, when it could also be available to a browser?
wget <filename>
git clone <repo url>
What is the difference in learning curve ?
> With a single file, available by HTTP, any platform can get to it, so if your machine dies, and you have to call a friend for help, and they don't use the same OS, they won't have to install a special tool, or hope an intervening third-party web service provides coverage.
People have been making an argument for static compiling basic tools for a long time now ( I support it ). I think git can be considered a pretty basic tool now given its popularity.
wget <filename>
git clone <repo url>
What is the difference in learning curve ?
> With a single file, available by HTTP, any platform can get to it, so if your machine dies, and you have to call a friend for help, and they don't use the same OS, they won't have to install a special tool, or hope an intervening third-party web service provides coverage.
People have been making an argument for static compiling basic tools for a long time now ( I support it ). I think git can be considered a pretty basic tool now given its popularity.