How to Install CapRover on Elementary OS Latest

CapRover is an open-source tool that makes deployment of web applications an easier task. This tutorial provides step-by-step instructions to install CapRover on Elementary OS Latest.

Prerequisites

Before installing CapRover, you must have the following:

• A modern web browser
• A terminal emulator

Step 1: Download the CapRover Installer

Open a terminal window in Elementary OS Latest and download the CapRover installer with curl using the following command:

curl -sSL https://caprover.com/install | sudo bash

This command downloads the CapRover installer and runs it with administrative privileges.

Step 2: Access the CapRover Dashboard

After the installation process is complete, access the CapRover dashboard by typing the following address in your web browser:

http://<ip-address>:3000

Replace with the IP address of your Elementary OS Latest machine.

Step 3: Configure CapRover

Once you access the CapRover dashboard, you will be prompted to set up your configuration. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your configuration.

If you encounter an issue with DNS resolution, you may follow these steps:

1. Open the '/etc/resolv.conf' file in a text editor.

sudo nano /etc/resolv.conf

2. Add the following entries to the file:

nameserver 8.8.8.8
nameserver 8.8.4.4

3. Save and close the file.

Step 4: Deploy an Application

You may now deploy an application on CapRover by following these steps:

1. Click on the "Apps" tab on the CapRover dashboard.
2. Click "Deploy New App".
3. Fill in the required fields, such as the name of your application, the image URL, and the port number.
4. Click "Create App", and your application will be deployed.

Conclusion

You have now successfully installed CapRover on Elementary OS Latest and deployed your first application. With CapRover, you can easily deploy and manage your web applications with ease. You may refer to the CapRover documentation for additional features and instructions.

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