I've been struggling for days to get a particular software up and running on my system. I have an AMD GPU, which is technically supported, but the setup requires some extra steps that are only mentioned in the README of the GitHub repository. Despite my efforts, I can't seem to make it work. I'm confused about the versions of drivers and dependencies I have installed. Although I understand some complex aspects of the OS, like filesystems and process scheduling, I feel lost when it comes to getting software installed on Linux. This is really frustrating, and I don't want to waste more time on it. Is there a standard way to troubleshoot installation issues or install new software in general? How do you guys handle these situations? Are there any resources you recommend?
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Generally, I prefer using package managers for installation. They make it much simpler. But when a project is hosted on GitHub without a package, the process isn't too different from Windows. Could you share which GitHub repo you’re using and what Linux distro you're on? That might help tailor advice better!
First off, always have backups! I use Timeshift to restore my system if something goes wrong and Back In Time for recovering settings and data. In general, sticking with official repositories makes installations safer, and fixing issues usually comes down to simple uninstalling.
This is exactly the kind of guidance I was looking for—thanks a lot!
When you're installing from GitHub, just remember you're relying on the developer for proper documentation. If things go south, that’s more on them than you. Don't feel bad about it!
True, but if we choose to install from GitHub, we should be prepared to tackle any issues ourselves. Just be cautious!
I appreciate the support, but I'd rather focus on general methods for troubleshooting rather than just specifics about this software. It feels like a solid methodology for handling installation issues is needed!