How to install software in Ubuntu?

by cathrine_goyette , in category: General Help , a year ago

How to install software in Ubuntu?

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by sarai_bergstrom , a year ago

@cathrine_goyette 

There are several ways to install software in Ubuntu, but here are three common methods:

  1. Using the Ubuntu Software Center: This is the easiest way to install software in Ubuntu. Simply open the Ubuntu Software Center by clicking on the icon in the Launcher or searching for "Software" in the Dash. Once the Software Center is open, you can browse or search for the software you want to install. Once you find it, click the "Install" button and enter your password to start the installation.
  2. Using the command line: Open the terminal by pressing Ctrl+Alt+T or searching for "Terminal" in the Dash. Use the following command to update the package index and check for available updates:sudo apt update Then, use the following command to install the software you want:sudo apt install [package name] Replace [package name] with the name of the software you want to install.
  3. Using a .deb package: If you have downloaded a .deb package from the internet, you can install it using the command line. Open the terminal and navigate to the directory where the .deb package is located. Then, use the following command to install the package:sudo dpkg -i [package name].deb Replace [package name] with the name of the .deb package you want to install.


Note: Always download software from trusted sources to avoid security risks.