In this tutorial, we will learn how to install Go IPFS on the latest version of Elementary OS using the official IPFS repository.
Before we begin, make sure your system is up to date by running the following command:
sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get upgrade
To download IPFS, first, you need to have Git installed on your system. If you haven't installed Git already, run the following command:
sudo apt-get install git
Now, clone the IPFS repository using Git:
git clone https://github.com/ipfs/go-ipfs.git
After the download is complete, switch to the go-ipfs directory:
cd go-ipfs
To install IPFS, run the following command:
sudo bash install.sh
This command will install IPFS on your system.
To verify the installation, run the following command:
ipfs help
This command should display a list of available IPFS commands.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed Go IPFS on Elementary OS.
In this tutorial, we have learned how to install Go IPFS on the latest version of Elementary OS using the official IPFS repository. Now, you can start using IPFS on your system.
If you want to self-host in an easy, hands free way, need an external IP address, or simply want your data in your own hands, give IPv6.rs a try!
Alternatively, for the best virtual desktop, try Shells!
