R.M.P Marotta Long Island

To install a Linux distribution using proot-distro in Termux, first install proot-distro using pkg install proot-distro. Then, list available distributions with proot-distro list. Install a desired distro (e.g., Alpine) using proot-distro install <alias>. Finally, start a shell session using proot-distro login <alias. 

Detailed Steps:

1. 1.Install proot-distro:
   • Open Termux and update the package list: pkg update 

Install proot-distro: pkg install proot-distro

2. List available distributions:

• Use the command proot-distro list to see the supported distributions and their status. 

3. Install a distribution:

• Choose a distribution from the list (e.g., Alpine). 

Install it using the command proot-distro install <alias. Replace <alias> with the name of the distribution, such as alpine.  Ensure you have a stable internet connection during installation. 

4. Start a shell session:

• After installation, start a shell session for the distribution using proot-distro login <alias. Replace <alias> with the name of the distribution. 

For example, to start an Alpine shell, use proot-distro login alpine. 

5. Optional: Install essential packages:

• Once inside the distribution’s shell, you can install additional packages using the distribution’s package manager (e.g., apk add <package_name> for Alpine). 

Example:

To install and run Debian: 

1. pkg install proot-distro
2. proot-distro install debian
3. proot-distro login debian

Key Commands:

• proot-distro list: Lists available distributions.
• proot-distro install <alias: Installs a distribution.
• proot-distro login <alias: Starts a shell session for the installed distribution.
• proot-distro remove <alias: Uninstalls a distribution.
• proot-distro reset <alias: Reinstalls a distribution. 

This video demonstrates how to install various Linux distributions on Termux using proot-distro:

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Mukesh

YouTube · Apr 23, 2022