How has support for installing modules (cpanm) changed across recent Perl versions?

In recent Perl versions, support for installing modules has evolved with the introduction and popularity of cpanm (CPAN Minus). This tool simplifies the process of downloading and installing Perl modules, making it more user-friendly compared to the traditional CPAN shell.

During Perl 5.24 and later, cpanm became more integrated into the Perl ecosystem, allowing developers to handle dependencies more efficiently. Notably, Perl 5.26 introduced improvements in the core CPAN module, which further enhanced how cpanm interacts with module installations.


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