How to install GNU Emacs on Clear Linux

GNU Emacs is a widely-used, powerful text editor that is available on most operating systems. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing GNU Emacs on the Clear Linux Latest distribution.

Step 1: Update the system

Before installing any package or software, it's always a good idea to check for any system updates to ensure that your system is up-to-date. Run the following command in the terminal to update your Clear Linux system:

sudo swupd update

Step 2: Install the package

Clear Linux has the GNU Emacs package in its repository, so you can easily install it by running the following command in the terminal:

sudo swupd bundle-add emacs-basic

This command will install the Emacs Basics Bundle, which includes the GNU Emacs package along with other basic Emacs packages and utilities.

Step 3: Verify the installation

Once the installation is complete, you can verify that GNU Emacs is installed on your system by running the following command:

emacs --version

This command will display the version of GNU Emacs that you have installed on your system.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we've shown you how to install GNU Emacs on Clear Linux Latest. By following these simple steps, you can start using Emacs and take advantage of its powerful feature set for your text editing needs.

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