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dtach vs abduco: catalog facts
dtach	abduco
Free Free and open source.	Free Free software under the ISC license.
macOS, Linux, Command line	Command line
Very small and simple Keeps programs running after a terminal disconnects	Detaches and reattaches named program sessions Lists active and finished sessions
No windows, splits or scrollback like tmux or screen Infrequent development	The project page recommends running applications within dvtm if redraws are incomplete or compatibility issues occur.
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License not stated	License: ISC
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 8, 2026

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