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Homebrew: Clearing cache and updating Casks
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Clear Homebrew cache

$ brew cleanup --prune=all

Update Casks

Once the cache is cleared, brew cask will see the latest versions of all Casks.

$ brew install gimp
@kid1412621
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I think nowadays remove without sudo is possible and safe.

@tedmiston
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brew cleanup --prune=all

is a nicer way to do this

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