Element is a multi-platform, open-source messaging and collaboration app for teams. It offers end-to-end encryption, cross-platform support, and a range of features such as video calls, screen sharing, file sharing, and more. If you're using NixOS, you can easily install Element by following this tutorial.
First, add the NixOS unstable channel to your system by running the following command:
sudo nix-channel --add https://nixos.org/channels/nixos-unstable nixos-unstable
sudo nix-channel --update
Next, you can install Element using Nix package manager by running the following command:
sudo nix-env -i element-desktop
This should install Element on your system.
You can launch Element by searching for it in your application menu or by typing the following command in your terminal:
/opt/element-desktop/element-desktop
This should launch Element on your system.
Once you've launched Element, you can create an account by following the on-screen instructions. You can create a new account or sign in with an existing one.
After creating an account, you can start messaging with your team or contacts. You can create a new conversation, join an existing one, or start a video call or screen sharing session.
That's it! You've successfully installed Element on NixOS and can now start collaborating with your team in a secure and efficient way.
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