Re: What programs do you make sure are installed on a new Linux install?

Borax Man <rotfl...@hotmail.com> [BM]:
BM> Just wondering what programs (aside from the coreutils/X11 and
BM> other elements that make up a basic install), do you consider
BM> to be a vital part of YOUR Linux install?

Some stuff not already mentioned by other posters:

curl    # It's a wide, wide world out there. Grab a piece of it!
gpg     # It's a very dangerous world out there. You gotta keep your head low!
jq      # It's a JSON world out there. Join the fun!
xdotool # It's a world full of boring chores out there. Just automate it!