Built-in package manager
Install and manage software from the command line with less setup work.
🪟 Windows + Unix workflows
KIB in Batch
A lightweight Unix-like environment for Microsoft Windows. Get familiar command-line utilities, a built-in package manager, and a fast setup without a full Linux subsystem.
Why Use KIB? 🧰
KIB in Batch brings Unix-style tools to Windows for developers, system administrators, and command-line users who want a small environment that gets out of the way.
Unlike heavier alternatives such as Cygwin or WSL, KIB is designed to be fast, lightweight, and easy to install. It integrates with your Windows environment while giving you access to essential Unix utilities and a practical package manager.
Features ✨
Everything here is aimed at quick setup, low overhead, and familiar terminal workflows on Windows.
Blazingly fast
Minimal overhead keeps startup and day-to-day use responsive.
Few dependencies
A lightweight installation that works well for portable or constrained environments.
Smart backup
The uninstaller backs up your home directory so important files are protected.
KIB in Batch 11 🧪
Version 11 is still in early development. Use it if you want to test edge cases, explore the codebase, and submit bug reports.
PowerShell commands
git clone https://codeberg.org/KIB-in-Batch/installer
Set-Location -Path "installer"
src\kib_in_batch.batRoadmap 🗺️
- More advanced package manager features
- More complete and faster POSIX layer
- Modular system, with the software itself available as a package