Rundeck is a popular open-source software that enables users to run commands and scripts on remote servers. It can be installed on various operating systems, including Windows. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing Rundeck on a Windows 11 operating system.
Before we start the installation process, you need to ensure that the following prerequisites are met:
First, you need to download Rundeck from the official website at http://rundeck.org/. Click on the "Download" button, and then select the Windows version.
Once you have downloaded the Rundeck software, follow the steps below to install it on your Windows 11 computer:
Open the downloaded file, and then click on the "Next" button to start the installation process.
Accept the license agreement, and then click on the "Next" button.
Choose the destination folder where you want to install Rundeck, and then click on the "Next" button.
Choose the components that you want to install, and then click on the "Next" button.
Choose the start menu folder where you want to create the Rundeck shortcuts, and then click on the "Next" button.
Choose whether you want to create a desktop shortcut, and then click on the "Next" button.
Choose whether you want to start Rundeck automatically after the installation process is complete, and then click on the "Next" button.
Review the installation settings, and then click on the "Install" button to start the installation process.
Wait for the installation process to complete. It may take several minutes to complete, depending on your computer's specifications.
Once the installation process is complete, click on the "Finish" button to exit the installer.
Now that you have installed Rundeck on your Windows 11 computer, you can start using it to run commands and scripts on remote servers. To start Rundeck, follow the steps below:
Click on the Windows Start button, and then type "Rundeck" in the search field.
Click on the Rundeck icon to launch the application.
Once the Rundeck application is launched, you can start using it to execute commands and scripts on remote servers.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed Rundeck on your Windows 11 computer.
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