Dim is an open-source terminal-based instant messenger that runs on Linux-based systems. It is designed to provide a secure, private and decentralized platform for instant messaging. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to install Dim on EndeavourOS Latest.
Before proceeding with the installation of Dim on EndeavourOS Latest, ensure that your system meets the following prerequisites:
The Dim instant messenger requires several dependencies to run correctly. You can install these dependencies by running the following command on the terminal:
sudo pacman -S git npm nodejs make gcc
This command installs Git, Node.js, NPM, Make and GCC packages to your system.
Once the dependencies are installed, use Git to clone the Dim repository to your computer by running the following command:
git clone https://github.com/Dusk-Labs/dim.git
This command downloads the Dim source code to your home directory.
After cloning the Dim repository, navigate into the dim
directory by running the following command:
cd dim
Use the following command to install the Dim instant messenger:
sudo make install
This command builds and installs Dim onto your system.
After installation, you can run Dim by typing the following command in your terminal:
dim
This command launches Dim on your system.
By following the steps outlined in this tutorial, you should have successfully installed Dim Instant Messenger on EndeavourOS Latest. You can now start using Dim to send secured messages on your computer.
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