How to Install Git on Debian Latest

Git is an open-source version control system used for tracking changes in code. In this tutorial, we will walk you through the steps to install Git on Debian Latest.

Prerequisites

Before starting with the Git installation process, make sure that you have access to a Debian Latest system with sudo user privileges.

Step 1 – Updating the Package Repository

Before installing Git, make sure that the system’s package repository is up to date. You can do this by running the following command in your terminal:

sudo apt update

Step 2 – Installing Git

Once the package repository is up-to-date, you can now proceed with the installation of Git. Run the following command to install Git:

sudo apt-get install git

After running the command, the system will prompt you to confirm the installation process. Press ‘Y’ to continue and let the package manager finish the installation process.

Step 3 – Verifying the Installation

To verify the installation and check if Git is properly installed on your system, run the following command:

git --version

This command will show you the version of Git that is installed on your system.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Git on your Debian Latest system. Now you can use Git to track changes in your projects and collaborate with other developers.

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