How to Install OpenStreetMap on NixOS

OpenStreetMap is a free, editable map of the world. If you want to use OpenStreetMap on your NixOS system, you can follow the steps below.

Prerequisites

Before starting the installation process, you need to ensure that you have the following prerequisites:

• A running NixOS System
• Basic knowledge of the command-line interface

Installing OpenStreetMap on NixOS

Follow these steps to install OpenStreetMap on your NixOS system:

1. Launch your terminal application.

2. Enter the following command to update the Nix package manager:

   $ sudo nix-channel --update
   

3. Use the following command to install OpenStreetMap:

   $ sudo nix-env -iA nixos.osm
   

4. Once the installation is complete, you can type osm in the terminal to see if OpenStreetMap is running.

   $ osm
   

   If the program starts without errors, you've successfully installed OpenStreetMap on your NixOS system.

Updating OpenStreetMap on NixOS

To update OpenStreetMap on your NixOS system, follow these steps:

1. Launch your terminal application.

2. Enter the following command to update the Nix package manager:

   $ sudo nix-channel --update
   

3. Use the following command to update OpenStreetMap:

   $ sudo nix-env -u osm
   

Uninstalling OpenStreetMap on NixOS

If you wish to uninstall OpenStreetMap from your NixOS system, use the following command:

$ sudo nix-env -e osm

This will remove the OpenStreetMap package from your system.

Conclusion

OpenStreetMap is an essential tool for anyone who needs to navigate or map their surroundings. By following the steps outlined in this tutorial, you can quickly and easily install OpenStreetMap on your NixOS system.

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