Download Perl Distributions

If you are running a Linux system (or most UNIX systems, including Mac OS X), you probably already have an installation of perl that was packaged with it. Type perl -v at the command line to find out which version.

• Perl source code
• ActivePerl for AIX, HP-UX, Linux, Mac OS X, Solaris, and Windows
• MacPerl for MacOS 7-9
• Other Binary Distributions and Ports

Perl Modules from CPAN

The Comprehensive Perl Archive Network (CPAN) is a large repository of perl software, modules, and documentation. On CPAN, you'll find modules organized by author, name, or category. CPAN is mirrored in over 200 locations around the world.

• Search CPAN
• Find a CPAN mirror near you
• CPAN via web
• CPAN via ftp
• KobeSearch
• Learn how to contribute modules