RetroShare is a free, open-source, and decentralized communication platform that provides a private and secure way of exchanging messages, sharing files, and chatting with friends. In this tutorial, we will show you how to install RetroShare on Elementary OS.
Start by adding RetroShare PPA to your system's repository. Open the terminal and enter the following command:
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:retroshare/stable
This command will add RetroShare PPA to your system's repository. You will be prompted to enter your password to complete the process.
After adding RetroShare PPA, update the system package list by running the following command:
sudo apt-get update
Once the update is complete, you can proceed to install RetroShare by typing the following command in the terminal:
sudo apt-get install retroshare
The installation process may take a few minutes, depending on your system's speed and internet connection.
Once the installation is complete, you can launch RetroShare by clicking on the applications menu and searching for RetroShare.
Alternatively, you can launch RetroShare from the terminal by typing the following command:
retroshare-gui
The RetroShare application will launch, and you can start using it to communicate, share files, and chat with your friends.
That's it. You have successfully installed RetroShare on your Elementary OS system. RetroShare is an excellent communication platform that provides a private and secure way of sharing data with your friends. Enjoy using it!
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