How to install RustDesk on Clear Linux Latest

RustDesk is a remote desktop client that uses the Rust programming language. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the installation process of RustDesk on Clear Linux Latest.

Prerequisites

• Clear Linux Latest installed on your system with an active internet connection.
• A user account with administrative privileges.

Step 1: Download RustDesk

Open your Terminal and run the following command to download RustDesk:

wget https://rustdesk.com/static/downloads/rustdesk-x86_64.AppImage

Step 2: Add executable permission to RustDesk

Now that you have downloaded RustDesk, you need to add the executable permission to the downloaded file. Run the following command to add the executable permission:

chmod +x rustdesk-x86_64.AppImage

Step 3: Run RustDesk

You can now run RustDesk by executing the downloaded AppImage file. Run the following command to start RustDesk:

./rustdesk-x86_64.AppImage

Step 4: Create a RustDesk shortcut

You can create a shortcut for RustDesk by following these steps:

1. Open your Terminal and navigate to the directory where you downloaded RustDesk.

2. Run the following command to create a shortcut:

   echo -e '#!/bin/bash\ncd '${PWD}' && ./rustdesk-x86_64.AppImage' > RustDesk.sh && chmod +x RustDesk.sh
   

3. You can now run RustDesk by executing the shortcut file with the following command:

   ./RustDesk.sh
   

Congratulations! You have successfully installed RustDesk on Clear Linux Latest.

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