How to Install X2go on Arch Linux

X2go is a remote desktop software that enables you to access your desktop from another computer over a network connection. This tutorial will guide you through the steps to install X2go on Arch Linux.

Prerequisites

Before we start the installation, ensure that you have the following prerequisites:

  • Arch Linux installed
  • An internet connection
  • Sudo access to your Arch Linux system

Step 1: Update the System

The first step is to update the system to ensure that all packages are up to date. Launch the terminal and run the following command:

sudo pacman -Syu

Step 2: Install X2go

Once the system is up to date, you can install X2go by running the following command in the terminal:

sudo pacman -S x2goserver x2goserver-xsession

This command will install both the X2go server and the X2go server session, which are required to enable remote desktop access.

Step 3: Configure X2go

After the installation is complete, you need to configure X2go by editing the configuration file. Run the following command in the terminal to open the configuration file with the text editor:

sudo nano /etc/x2go/x2go.conf

In the configuration file, you can configure the X2go server settings, such as the connection speed, screen resolution, and other options. You can also enable or disable various plugins for X2go.

Step 4: Start X2go Server

After the configuration is complete, you need to start the X2go server by running the following command in the terminal:

sudo systemctl start x2goserver.service

You can also enable the X2go server to start automatically at boot time by running the following command:

sudo systemctl enable x2goserver.service

Step 5: Connect to X2go Server

To connect to the X2go server, you need to install an X2go client on your local computer. You can download the X2go client for your operating system from the official website.

After installing the client, launch it and enter the IP address of your Arch Linux system in the session window. Also, enter your username and password for the Arch Linux system.

Once connected, you can use X2go to access your Arch Linux system remotely.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, you have learned how to install X2go on Arch Linux and configure the X2go server. You have also learned how to connect to the X2go server using an X2go client. With X2go, you can easily access your Arch Linux system remotely from anywhere in the world.