How to Install DragonFly on Arch Linux from GitHub

DragonFly is a powerful program designed for managing the DMA engine found in modern computers. It is a useful tool for those who require high-speed data transfer capabilities, and is available on GitHub for free.

This tutorial will show you how to install DragonFly on Arch Linux from GitHub. It assumes that you have a basic understanding of Arch Linux and how to work with the command line.

Prerequisites

To install DragonFly on Arch Linux, you will need:

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Update the package repository on your Arch Linux system by running the following command:

    sudo pacman -Syu
    
  2. Install the necessary dependencies required for building DragonFly by running the following command:

    sudo pacman -S git cmake make gcc
    
  3. Clone the DragonFly repository from GitHub to your local machine using the following command:

    git clone https://github.com/corecode/dma.git
    
  4. Change into the DragonFly directory using the following command:

    cd dma
    
  5. Generate the build files using the following command:

    cmake .
    
  6. Build DragonFly using the following command:

    make
    
  7. Install DragonFly by running the following command:

    sudo make install
    
  8. Verify that DragonFly has been successfully installed by running the following command:

    dragonfly -h
    

    This command should display the help message for DragonFly.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed DragonFly from GitHub on your Arch Linux system.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have learned how to install DragonFly on Arch Linux from GitHub. The installation process involves cloning the repository, building the program, and installing it using the make command. DragonFly is now ready to use on your Arch Linux system.

If you want to self-host in an easy, hands free way, need an external IP address, or simply want your data in your own hands, give IPv6.rs a try!

Alternatively, for the best virtual desktop, try Shells!