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+This branch contains experimental features for cdist 4.x:
+
+    - install support
+    - preos support
+
+They are not yet stable:
+
+    - use them at your own risk
+    - all __install types may change at any time (syntax, parameter, etc.)
+    - explorers for install may be broken
+
+    - core code is based on the master branch, but
+      contains changes for install and preos feature
+
+
+In short:
+
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