# Installation Overview

Please read the overview information below, then refer to the specific instructions for your operating system. The GoAhead binary installation is available for:

- Linux Installation Instructions
- Mac OS X Installation Instructions
- Windows Installation Instructions

## Extension Packages

GoAhead uses the Pak manager to install and manage 3rd party packages such as OpenSSL. Browse the online Pak Catalog for extension packages or visit the Pak Web Site.

## Source Code

The GoAhead source code is provided as a separate download distribution. It is also available via the source code repository for developers who wish to participate in the development of GoAhead.

## Upgrading

If upgrading from a previous version, please save your auth.txt and route.tx configuration files. Then remove the previous version of GoAhead. Next, install the new release and apply your configuration to the new release.

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