Tag: snap

Installing FFmpeg on Ubuntu

October 13, 2022

FFmpeg is an open-source tool that helps users record, convert, and play audio and video content. This guide shows you how to install FFmpeg on Ubuntu.

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Flatpak vs. Snap vs. AppImage

June 8, 2022

This article compares three distribution-independent package formats - Flatpak, Snap, and AppImage. Learn the difference, pros, and cons of each package format.

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How to List Installed Packages on Ubuntu

March 9, 2022

Having a precise list of installed packages helps system admins maintain, replicate, and reinstall systems. In this tutorial, learn how to list all installed packages with apt and dpkg, save the list to a file or list specific packages and versions.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Using Snap Packages on Ubuntu

March 4, 2021

Snap allows you to install apps to your system in a contained manner, keeping their dependencies within the snap package. This tutorial shows how to install snaps, modify them, and configure the options they offer.

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How to Install Snap on Ubuntu

February 25, 2021

Snaps are self-contained application packages with mediated access to the system they are installed on. They have all the required dependencies within that package. This tutorial explains how to install Snap on Ubuntu.

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Snap vs APT: What's the Difference?

January 21, 2021

The software in Linux is traditionally organized in repositories that contain applications and all the dependencies necessary to run them. However, there are also some alternate ways of software deployment. This article compares the Snap packaging system and the APT package manager.

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