Updating PlayOnLinux

LoneWolf69 · 09-07-2011, 03:56 PM

Im still getting used to packages, updates, and installs. I installed playonlinux (through ubuntu tweak I think). When I run it I get an error telling me it is out of date and I need the newest version. I have a clean machine with 11.04 that I am playing with to learn.

I went to the playonlinux website and downloaded the file to my desktop but I am unsure of what to do next. Don't laugh! Stop it!! Anyway, I could use some guidance. Thanks.

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Cultist · 09-07-2011, 05:13 PM

what exactly is the name of the file you downloaded? include the extension (.tar.gz, .deb, whatever).

LoneWolf69 · 09-07-2011, 07:59 PM

PlayOnLinux_4.0.11.deb and its on the desktop

LoneWolf69 · 09-07-2011, 08:11 PM

I have also removed playonlinux with ubuntu software center.

Cultist · 09-07-2011, 08:19 PM

I'm not an Ubuntu user, but IIRC you need to load the software center and there should be an Install button somewhere which allows you to select a .deb package to install.

LoneWolf69 · 09-07-2011, 08:26 PM

it keeps installing the 3.8 version. I may be missing it but I do not see a way to search and install .deb packages.