Have you come across an RPM file on your Linux computer and wondered how to open it? RPM (Red Hat Package Manager) files can be a little tricky to install, but with a few simple steps, you can easily get it done.
Firstly, let’s start with the easier one – the .appimage file. All you need to do is right-click on the file, go to properties, and under permissions, turn on the option that says ‘allowed to execute as a program.’ Close the window, right-click again, and click on ‘open.’ Wait a few seconds for the application to start, and that’s it! The .appimage file is a universal application extension that can be used in any Linux distro without installation.
Now, let’s move on to the RPM file. This one is a little trickier, but don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Firstly, open the terminal by pressing ‘ctrl+alt+T’ on your keyboard. Type in your computer password to access root access.
Next, go to the directory where the RPM file is stored by typing ‘cd downloads’ in the terminal. Check the files in the directory by typing ‘ls.’
Now, to convert the RPM file to a Debian file, type ‘sudo alien -d [filename.rpm]’ and hit enter. Wait for a few minutes for the conversion to complete, and you should see a .deb file generated.
Move back to the directory by typing ‘cd ..’ and check the files again by typing ‘ls.’ You should see the newly created Debian file. Click on it, and you can install it directly using the GDebi package installer.
And voila! You have successfully installed the RPM file on your Linux computer.
In conclusion, opening and installing RPM files can be a bit tricky, but with these simple steps, you can get it done without any hassle.