Linux - SoftwareThis forum is for Software issues.
Having a problem installing a new program? Want to know which application is best for the job? Post your question in this forum.
Notices
Welcome to LinuxQuestions.org, a friendly and active Linux Community.
You are currently viewing LQ as a guest. By joining our community you will have the ability to post topics, receive our newsletter, use the advanced search, subscribe to threads and access many other special features. Registration is quick, simple and absolutely free. Join our community today!
Note that registered members see fewer ads, and ContentLink is completely disabled once you log in.
If you have any problems with the registration process or your account login, please contact us. If you need to reset your password, click here.
Having a problem logging in? Please visit this page to clear all LQ-related cookies.
Get a virtual cloud desktop with the Linux distro that you want in less than five minutes with Shells! With over 10 pre-installed distros to choose from, the worry-free installation life is here! Whether you are a digital nomad or just looking for flexibility, Shells can put your Linux machine on the device that you want to use.
Exclusive for LQ members, get up to 45% off per month. Click here for more info.
Hi,
I just recently switched to debain, and during the switch I guess firefox didn't install, I downloaded it file, I am not sure how to install it so all users can run it.
Distribution: Ubuntu, Debian, Various using VMWare
Posts: 2,088
Rep:
Debian Sarge only comes with an older version of Firefox, so if you want the latest you will need to install manually. I recommend using the Debian Version, but here is how to do it manually anyway. As root:
1) Download the installer from mozilla.com
2) Unzip it: "tar -xzvf firefox-1.5.2.tar.gz"
3) Move the folder that has been created to /usr/local/firefox
4) Create a link in /usr/bin, to enable all users access: "ln -s /usr/local/firefox/firefox /usr/bin"
In normal circumstances you don't need to download any program from any webpage: just use "aptitude", "apt-get" or "synaptic". All will do the same thing: download and install the program you, plus the programs and libraries they depend on. Doing this by hand is unnecessary and takes 20x more time.
I suggest you check out these sites for some linux manuals:
LinuxQuestions.org is looking for people interested in writing
Editorials, Articles, Reviews, and more. If you'd like to contribute
content, let us know.