In this tutorial, we will learn how to install LBRY, which is a software that allows users to watch, store, and share digital content on a decentralized network. LBRY is available for various operating systems, and in this tutorial, we will focus on installing it on MXLinux.
Before we start the installation process, we need to ensure that the following requirements are met:
The first step in installing LBRY is updating the system packages. To do this, open the terminal and run the following commands:
sudo apt update
sudo apt upgrade
Enter the administrator password when prompted and wait for the update to complete.
To download the LBRY package, open the terminal and use the following command:
wget https://github.com/lbryio/lbry-desktop/releases/download/v0.51.1/LBRY_0.51.1.deb
This command will download the latest package of LBRY for MXLinux.
After downloading the package, we will use the dpkg command to install it. Run the following command in the terminal:
sudo dpkg -i LBRY_0.51.1.deb
The installation process may take a few minutes to complete, depending on your system's speed and specifications.
Once the installation is complete, you can launch LBRY by searching for it in the application launcher menu or by using the following command in the terminal:
lbry-app
The first time you launch LBRY, you need to create a new account or sign in to an existing one.
In this tutorial, we learned how to install LBRY on MXLinux Latest. LBRY is a versatile software that opens up new possibilities for content creators and users. With LBRY, you can easily store and share digital content without relying on centralized platforms.
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