How to Install AmIUnique on MXLinux Latest

AmIUnique is a web-based privacy tool that helps you check how identifiable your browser is. In this tutorial, we will walk you through the installation steps for AmIUnique on MXLinux Latest.

Step 1: Update System Packages

Before installing any new packages, it is essential to update your system packages. Run the following command to update the system:

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade

Step 2: Install Required Dependencies

AmIUnique requires Python 3 and several packages to run correctly. Run the following command to install these dependencies:

sudo apt install python3 python3-pip python3-dev python3-tk chromium-browser xvfb x11-utils -y

Step 3: Install AmIUnique

Next, we will install the AmIUnique package from the official GitHub repository. Follow the steps below:

1. Clone the AmIUnique GitHub repository:

git clone https://github.com/DIVERSIFY-project/AmIUnique.git

2. Navigate to the AmIUnique directory:

cd AmIUnique

3. Run the following command to install the AmIUnique package:

sudo pip3 install .

Step 4: Run AmIUnique

Ensure that you have a graphical interface running on your MXLinux Latest system. You can achieve this by starting the display manager or running the startx command from the terminal. Once you have a GUI running, follow the steps below:

1. Start a virtual XVFB display:

Xvfb :1 -screen 0 1024x768x24&

2. Set the DISPLAY with the virtual display:

export DISPLAY=:1

3. Run the AmIUnique GUI:

amiuniqueweb

4. Open a web browser and navigate to http://127.0.0.1:8080/ to access the AmIUnique web interface.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed AmIUnique on your MXLinux Latest system. Now you can use this useful privacy tool to check how identifiable your browser is.

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