Polaris is an open-source music streaming application that allows you to access your favorite music for free. It provides a user-friendly interface and different features that make the music streaming experience smooth and enjoyable. Here's a step-by-step guide to install Polaris on Kali Linux Latest.
Step 1: Open the Terminal
Click on the Terminal icon on the taskbar, or press the Ctrl + Alt + T shortcut to open a new Terminal window.
Step 2: Update your System
Before installing new applications, it's essential to update your system repository cache and installed packages. Type the following command in the Terminal window:
sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get upgrade -y
Step 3: Install Dependencies
Polaris requires some dependencies to work correctly. Type the following command to install all the required packages:
sudo apt-get install gstreamer1.0-plugins-base gstreamer1.0-plugins-good libavcodec-dev libavformat-dev libgstreamer-plugins-base1.0-dev libgstreamer-plugins-good1.0-dev libgtk-3-dev libzbar-dev gettext meson
Step 4: Clone the Polaris Repository
Now, clone the Polaris repository using the following command:
git clone https://github.com/agersant/polaris.git
Step 5: Build and Install Polaris
Navigate to the Polaris directory and follow the below steps:
cd polaris
meson builddir --prefix=/usr/
After running the above command, it should produce an "output success" message. Next, run:
sudo ninja -C builddir install
This command will start installing Polaris on your Kali Linux system.
Step 6: Launch Polaris
Now that you have installed Polaris on your system, you can launch it by typing the following command in the Terminal window:
polaris
Polaris will open, and you can start enjoying your favorite tracks.
Polaris is a free and open-source music streaming application that provides access to your favorite music. This tutorial explained the step-by-step guide to install Polaris on Kali Linux Latest. Once you install Polaris, you can enjoy a seamless and user-friendly experience for your music streaming needs.
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