Installation

Step 1: Download

Visit the dashboard and navigate to the download tab. Choose the appropriate version for your operating system:

1. Windows

   • Setup Version (.exe): Recommended for most users. Includes a user-friendly installer.

   • Raw Version (.zip): The application in a zip file, suitable for manual extraction.

2. Linux

   • AppImage: A single executable file that runs directly. Recommended for most users.

   • .rpm: For distributions like Fedora or RHEL-based systems.

   • .deb: For Debian-based distributions like Ubuntu.

3. Mac

   • Setup Version (.dmg): Includes a drag-and-drop installer. Recommended for most users.

   • Raw Version (.zip): The raw application in a zip file for manual extraction.

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Step 2: Install

• Windows

  • Setup Version: Run the .exe file and follow the on-screen instructions.

  • Raw Version: Extract the .zip file to a directory of your choice.

• Linux

  • AppImage: Make the file executable (chmod +x <filename>) and run it directly.

  • .rpm or .deb: Install using your package manager (rpm -i <file> or dpkg -i <file>).

• Mac

  • Setup Version: Open the .dmg file and drag the application to the Applications folder.

  • Raw Version: Extract the .zip file to a directory of your choice.

The auto-updater is not functional for macOS. You will need to manually update by downloading the latest version from the download page.

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Step 3: Launch Nix

Once installation is complete:

• Launch the application from your desktop, start menu, or extracted folder.

• You're now ready to explore Nix’s features!