Install The Latest Firefox in Kubuntu Using Terminal:
Konqueror is the default browser for Kubuntu.I have faced many problems with Konqueror like consuming more memory,takes longer webpage load time.Whereas in firefox these problems are overcome.So I installed firefox to surf the net with good speed .If you face the same problem like me in Konqueror just install Firefox with the help of Terminal easily by a single step.
Steps To Install Firefox Using Terminal in Kubuntu:
1. Open Kickoff Application Launcher –>Apllications –> System –>Terminal
2. In the Terminal jsut type the following Line,
sudo apt-get install firefox
3. Hit Enter.
4. It will ask for Password.
5. Type your Password.(Note:When you type your Password will be Invisible).
6. Hit Enter.
7. The required firefox package will be automatically downloaded and installed within few seconds.
8. To run Firefox Goto Kickoff Application Launcher–>Applications –>Internet–> Firefox.
Note:
You can right click on Firefox then Click Add to Favorites.This will help you to lauch Firefox easily from Kickoff Application Launcher.
Ok,Let’s now see detailed Information On,
sudo apt-get install firefox
What is Sudo Stand For?
sudo stands for “su do”, and means “do something as the supervisor”. `sudo` is an enhanced alternative to the Unix `su` command.
The `su` command allows any user to obtain superuser privileges, if they know the root password:
bash-2.05a$ su –
Password:
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The Impact of sudo on Unix & Linux System Security
- `sudo` improves on `su` in several ways:
- `sudo` allows you to give privileged access to only some commands, instead of all commands.
- `sudo` allows you to log all commands (and their arguments) executed as the privileged user.
- `sudo` does not require the administrator to share the root password.
- `sudo` allows you to limit the users who can use it by editing the sudoers file.
- `sudo` times out after 5 minutes (by default).
What Is apt-get ?
The Debian package management system is one of the best out there. It includes dependency resolution, easy installs, availability and organization. While the deb package system is not the most popular for distributions, it is very popular amongst its users. Debian uses apt-get for handling packages.
To know More About apt-get checkout Apt-get Guide.
