How to install Minetest on Alpine Linux Latest

In this tutorial, we will learn how to install Minetest on Alpine Linux Latest. Minetest is a free and open-source sandbox video game where you can build and explore virtual worlds. Alpine Linux is a lightweight Linux distribution popular among container users due to its small size and security.

Prerequisites

Before installing Minetest, make sure that you have the following prerequisites:

• A user with sudo privileges.
• An active internet connection.

Step 1: Update the package manager

The first step is to update the package manager in order to get the latest packages. Run the following command in the terminal:

sudo apk update

Step 2: Install Minetest

Once the package manager is updated, we can proceed with the installation of Minetest. Run the following command in the terminal:

sudo apk add minetest

This will download and install Minetest from the Alpine Linux repository.

Step 3: Launch Minetest

After the installation is complete, you can launch Minetest using the following command:

minetest

This will start the game, and you can begin building and exploring virtual worlds.

Conclusion

Minetest is now successfully installed on your Alpine Linux system. You can now enjoy the game and use its features to create and explore virtual worlds.

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