vim (vim-editor) Package name

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vim is only available on the unstable beta channel. It could break and change often.

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Package name

vim-editor

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Last updated

18 May 2020 - latest/beta

This snap hasn't been updated in a while. It might be unmaintained and have stability or security issues.

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www.vim.org

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