I'm having a hard time figuring out how to install packages or programs on Bodhi Linux. I've tried using the terminal along with Synaptic and Gdebi Package Installers, but nothing seems to work for me. Any suggestions or step-by-step instructions would be greatly appreciated as I'm still learning the ropes!
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It's important to clarify that Bodhi is a different distribution than Ubuntu, even though it’s based on it. Make sure you’re following instructions that are specific to Bodhi. If Synaptic is giving you trouble, it could be a permissions issue; check if you need to elevate your privileges first.
Have you tried using the terminal with the command `sudo apt install `? It's usually the go-to method on Debian-based systems like Bodhi. Just make sure you're using the correct package name!
Yeah, totally agree! But don’t forget that you need superuser privileges for most installations.
You can also use the GUI package manager which is sometimes simpler than terminal commands. Look for it in your applications menu. Additionally, don’t overlook using `snap` or `flatpak` if the package is available that way, since those methods can simplify installations a lot.
Thanks for the clarification! I think I might have been mixing up some commands.