How to Install DockSTARTer on Clear Linux Latest

DockSTARTer is a script-based application that helps in the setting up and managing of Docker container applications. Clear Linux, on the other hand, is a Linux distribution developed and maintained by Intel Corporation. This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing DockSTARTer on Clear Linux Latest.

Requirements

Before proceeding, ensure you have the following:

  • A Clear Linux Latest installation.
  • Access to a terminal.
  • A system with internet connectivity.
  • Root access.

Step 1: Update the system

It is always advisable to update the operating system to the latest version before initiating the installation of any application. Open the terminal and execute the following command:

sudo swupd update

Enter your root password when prompted and wait for the update process to complete.

Step 2: Install dependencies

Next, you need to install the required dependencies for DockSTARTer to function correctly. Execute the following command to install them:

sudo swupd bundle-add -y curl git tmux

This command installs curl, git, and tmux.

Step 3: Install Docker

DockSTARTer works on Docker containers, and you need to install and start Docker before proceeding with the DockSTARTer installation. Use the following commands:

sudo swupd bundle-add -y containers-basic
sudo systemctl start docker
sudo systemctl enable docker

Step 4: Clone DockSTARTer

Now that you have Docker installed and running, proceed to clone DockSTARTer from the official GitHub repository using the git clone command as shown:

git clone https://github.com/GhostWriters/DockSTARTer.git

Step 5: Set up DockSTARTer

Change your working directory to the DockSTARTer directory that you just cloned:

cd DockSTARTer

Next, run the DockSTARTer setup script by executing the following command:

./main.sh

The setup script will walk you through the steps required to set up DockSTARTer on your Clear Linux installation. Choose the appropriate options where prompted.

Conclusion

You have now successfully installed DockSTARTer on Clear Linux Latest. You can now proceed to use the DockSTARTer script-based application to manage your Docker containers. Enjoy!