WHERE DO YOU TYPE IT

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WHERE DO I TYPE THE
"./configure
make
sudo make install"

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The commands ./configure, make, and sudo make install are typically used to compile and install software from source code. You need to run these commands in the terminal of your operating system, usually inside the directory where you extracted the source code.

Here's a step-by-step guide:

Step 1: Open the Terminal

• Linux/macOS: Press Ctrl + Alt + T or search for "Terminal" in your applications menu.
• Windows (with WSL): Open "Windows Terminal" or "Ubuntu" (if you have Windows Subsystem for Linux installed).

Step 2: Navigate to the Source Code Directory

Use the cd command to change to the directory where your source code is located:

cd /path/to/source-code-directory

Step 3: Run the Configuration Script

./configure

• This command checks your system for the necessary dependencies and prepares the build environment.

Step 4: Compile the Source Code

make

• The make command compiles the source code into executable binaries.

Step 5: Install the Software (as Superuser)

sudo make install

• This command installs the compiled software system-wide, so sudo is needed to get the required permissions.

Example

Let's say you've downloaded a source code archive like .tar.gz:

tar -xvzf software.tar.gz
cd software
./configure
make
sudo make install

Additional Tips

• Installing dependencies: Sometimes, you may need to install necessary packages before running ./configure. For example, on Debian/Ubuntu:

  sudo apt update
  sudo apt install build-essential

• Troubleshooting: If you encounter errors during the ./configure or make process, the error messages will often indicate missing dependencies. You can install these packages using your system's package manager.

By following these steps, you should be able to compile and install software from source code successfully.

Important Note:

If you're unsure how to compile software using commands like ./configure, make, and sudo make install, it might be a sign that you don't fully understand what you're doing. This can lead to unintended damage to your system. It's not meant to be harsh—just a friendly piece of advice: consider leaving it to someone more experienced, or take the time to learn the basics first. It will save you a lot of trouble in the long run! 😊