I'm trying to add a Debian repository to my Kubuntu installation, but I'm running into issues where it's constantly asking for a public key. What's the correct way to resolve this and get the repo added successfully?
3 Answers
It's generally not recommended to add Debian repos to Ubuntu. They can cause compatibility issues since the two distributions have different package management and dependency systems. Can you tell us more about what you're trying to achieve? There might be a better solution!
Most Debian packages already exist in Ubuntu's repositories, so adding Debian repos might not be necessary. Can you check if the package you need is available directly in the Ubuntu repos? It could save you a lot of hassle!
You really want to avoid the FrankenDebian or FrankenBuntu situations. They're risky and can lead to system instability. It's best to stick with the software available in your current distro's repos.
I was attempting to install PlayOnLinux with a .deb file, but I'm missing some dependencies. I thought adding the Debian repo might help get them.