How to Install WebUI-aria2 on MXLinux

WebUI-aria2 is an open-source web interface for the aria2 download manager. It allows you to manage your download tasks using a web browser. In this tutorial, we will show you how to install WebUI-aria2 on MXLinux.

Prerequisites

Before proceeding with the installation, you need to have the following prerequisites:

• MXLinux installed on your system.
• A working internet connection.
• Administrator rights for your system.

Step 1: Update Your System

It is recommended to update your system before installing any new software. Open the terminal and run the following commands:

sudo apt update
sudo apt upgrade

Step 2: Install Aria2

WebUI-aria2 is a front-end for the aria2 download manager. If you don't have aria2 installed on your system, you can install it by running the following command:

sudo apt install aria2

Step 3: Download WebUI-aria2

To download WebUI-aria2, go to the official GitHub repository by typing the following command in your terminal:

git clone https://github.com/ziahamza/webui-aria2.git

Step 4: Install WebUI-aria2

After downloading WebUI-aria2, move into the webui-aria2 directory and run the following command:

sudo ./setup.sh

This will install WebUI-aria2 on your system.

Step 5: Run WebUI-aria2

To run WebUI-aria2, open your web browser and go to http://localhost:8888/. You should see the WebUI-aria2 login page. Enter any username and password and click on the "Connect" button.

Conclusion

Now you have successfully installed and launched WebUI-aria2 on your MXLinux machine. You can use it to manage your download tasks through your web browser.