[Sussex] Installing programs in Linux

[Dominic Humphries]

Installing software is generally done through package manager software 
in Linux. I believe PCLinuxOS uses RPM, but via the APT software 
originally created by/for Debian

Try running "synaptic"

davidpipe at tiscali.co.uk wrote:
> At the moment helping Peter Moule with his PCLinux pc.  As I am 
> knowledgeable with MS Windros I know how to install,  even from a 
> compressed file.
> 
> However Am total beginner on Linux.  I cannot find a site which explain 
> s how to install programs under Linux OS's.  All the sites take it for 
> granted that EVERYONE using Linux is totally experienced - probably a 
> reason for a lower take-up of Linux.
> 
> Any (polite) suggestions would be appreciated.
> 
> TIA
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