Title: Discover the Secret to Enjoy All Your Favorite Videos on Linux: Learn the Simple Steps to Install Kodi Now!
Are you a Linux user who loves watching videos? Are you tired of limited video player options? If you’re nodding your head, then you’re in the right place. We’ve got the secret to enjoying all your favorite videos on Linux - and that secret is Kodi.
What is Kodi, you ask? Kodi is an award-winning media center application that you can install on your Linux system. With Kodi, you can easily organize and access your entire media library, including movies, TV shows, music, photos, and more. Kodi lets you play videos from your hard drive or your online streaming services such as Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, and YouTube.
If you’re ready to install Kodi on your Linux system, then read on! We’ve put together a step-by-step guide to help you get started.
Step 1: Add the Kodi Repository
To add the Kodi repository, open a terminal window and type the following commands:
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:team-xbmc/ppa sudo apt-get update
Step 2: Install Kodi
Now that you’ve added the Kodi repository, it’s time to install Kodi. To do this, just type the following command in your terminal window:
sudo apt-get install kodi
Step 3: Launch Kodi
Once the installation is complete, you can launch Kodi by typing the following command in your terminal window:
kodi
Step 4: Customize Kodi
Now that you’ve installed Kodi, you’ll want to customize it to meet your specific needs. Kodi offers a wide range of add-ons and skins that can help you personalize your media center. To access these add-ons and skins, simply open Kodi and select the “Add-ons” option on the main menu. From there, you can browse and download any add-ons or skins that catch your eye.
Final Thoughts
By following these simple steps, you can install Kodi on your Linux system and enjoy all your favorite videos in one place. Whether you’re a movie lover or a dedicated TV show binge-watcher, Kodi has got you covered. So what are you waiting for? Set up Kodi on your Linux system today and start enjoying all your favorite videos now!
When it comes to media streaming, there’s no better player than Kodi. It can stream everything from your boxset collection to live TV – a far cry from its humble beginnings on the original Xbox. As it’s cross-platform, you’ll have no problem installing it on your Linux PC.
Some Linux repositories already include Kodi as part of their software packages but not all. Here’s how to install Kodi on some of the most popular Linux distros.
Ubuntu and Installing Kodi
Recent versions of Ubuntu have included Kodi as part of Ubuntu’s default software repositories. This means you can install it straight from the terminal without needing to add a new software repository first. All you have to do is open a terminal window and type:
If you’re looking for the most recent Kodi releases, you might want to install Kodi from the Team Kodi repositories instead. To do that, type:
If you’d rather get the most cutting edge version of Kodi (like beta releases or nightly builds), you’ll need the developer repositories.
Follow the instructions above and replace “ppa:team-xbmc/ppa” with either “ppa:team-xbmc/unstable” for beta releases or “ppa:team-xbmc/xbmc-nightly” for nightly builds with the most up-to-date fixes and features.
You can follow these instructions for other flavors of Ubuntu too, like Kubuntu, as well as distributions like Linux Mint.
If you’d rather install using a GUI, you can install Kodi from a snap package using the Ubuntu software catalog. Simply open the applications menu (bottom left) and type Kodi. You should see Kodi listed a result at the top. Hit it and it’ll take you to the software catalog.
From there, click install, and Kodi will install automatically.
Debian and Installing Kodi
Ubuntu is based on Debian, so the instructions for installing on Debian are pretty similar. The simplest method is to use the Kodi version in the main Debian repository, assuming you’re running Stretch (Debian version 9) and above. Open a terminal and type:
These instructions will also work for Raspbian, the Debian-based distro for the Raspberry Pi.
Prefer a GUI installer? Open Synaptic, the GUI for apt, by going to “Applications -> System Tools -> Synaptic Package Manager.” Click “search” and begin a search for Kodi.
Mark it for installation, then click “apply.” Synaptic will then begin the installation.
Fedora and Installing Kodi
Unlike Debian and Ubuntu, there’s no version of Kodi available for Fedora from an “official” repository. You’ll need to add the RPM Fusion repository first. To do that, open a terminal and type:
You’ll also need to edit the configuration for SELinux, a security mechanism that’s part of the Linux kernel. In the terminal, type:
Locate the “SELINUX=enable” parameter and swap “enable” to “permissive.” Save, exit, and reboot once you’re done. With RPM Fusion available and SELinux set, you can now install Kodi. Type:
This will install Kodi using the latest available package.
Arch and Installing Kodi
The Arch philosophy is all about customizing your Linux distribution to suit your needs. You won’t need to delve into the depths of Arch to install Kodi, however. Open your terminal and type:
This will install the latest version of Kodi onto your Arch-running device. An extensive Kodi article on the Arch Wiki offers support and optimization tips for Kodi on Arch, as well as instructions for compiling Kodi yourself, should you need it.
Stream Better with Kodi on Linux
With Kodi installed, you can start to move on to installing the best Kodi add-ons to transform it into the only media center you’ll ever need. The open-source, collaborative nature of its development has won Kodi plenty of fans, but there are some good Kodi alternatives to consider if it isn’t for you.
Which Linux media player do you think is best? Let us know in the comments section below!
Ben is a UK based tech writer with a passion for gadgets, gaming, and general geekiness.
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