How to Install VideoLAN Client (VLC) on Fedora Server

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps to install VideoLAN Client (VLC) on a Fedora server.

Step 1: Update the System

Before starting the installation process, it is recommended to update your system to the latest version. To do this, open a terminal and run the following command:

sudo dnf update

Step 2: Install VLC

To install VLC on Fedora, follow the steps below:

  1. Open a terminal on your Fedora server.

  2. Run the following command to download the RPM file for VLC:

    curl -O https://download1.rpmfusion.org/free/fedora/rpmfusion-free-release-$(rpm -E %fedora).noarch.rpm

  3. Install the RPM file by running:

    sudo dnf install rpmfusion-free-release-$(rpm -E %fedora).noarch.rpm

  4. Next, install VLC by running the following command:

    sudo dnf install vlc

  5. Wait for the installation to complete.

Step 3: Verify VLC Installation

Once the installation is complete, you can verify that VLC is installed by running the following command in the terminal:

vlc --version

This will display the version information for VLC on your Fedora server.

Conclusion

You have successfully installed VLC on your Fedora server. You can now use VLC to stream videos or play local media files. If you face any issues during the installation process, you can refer to the official VLC documentation or seek the help of the VLC community.