How to Install Kodi on Arch Linux

Introduction

Kodi is a free and open-source media player software designed for various platforms. It can play almost all major video and audio formats as well as allows streaming content from the internet. In this tutorial, we will show you how to install Kodi on Arch Linux.

Prerequisites

Before proceeding with the installation, make sure you have the following prerequisites installed on your system:

• Arch Linux installed on your system.
• A user account with sudo or root user access.
• An internet connection is available on your system.

Step 1: Update the System

First, update your Arch Linux system to the latest version by running the following command:

sudo pacman -Syu

Step 2: Install Kodi on Arch Linux

You can install Kodi on Arch Linux by using the official Arch Linux repositories. Follow the below command to install Kodi:

sudo pacman -S kodi

This command will install Kodi along with its dependencies.

Step 3: Launch Kodi on Arch Linux

Once Kodi is installed on your Arch Linux system, you can start it by executing the kodi command on the terminal or by using the desktop search.

kodi

Conclusion

You have successfully installed Kodi on Arch Linux. You can now launch Kodi and enjoy its features. Feel free to explore Kodi and customize it according to your needs.

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