How to Install GNU Make on NixOS Latest

GNU Make is a powerful tool used for building software projects that involve multiple files. In order to use it on NixOS Latest, you need to follow these simple steps:

Step 1: Open the Terminal

To begin the installation, launch the terminal on your NixOS Latest system. You can do this by pressing CTRL + ALT + T on your keyboard.

Step 2: Update NixOS

Before installing GNU Make, it is recommended that you update your NixOS system to its latest version. You can do this by running the following command in the terminal:

sudo nixos-rebuild switch

Step 3: Install GNU Make

Once your NixOS system is up-to-date, you can now proceed with the installation of GNU Make. To install it, run the following command:

sudo nix-env -iA nixos.make

This will install GNU Make on your NixOS system.

Step 4: Verify Installation

To verify that GNU Make has been successfully installed on your system, run the following command in the terminal:

make --version

If the output displays the current version of GNU Make, then it has been installed correctly.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed GNU Make on your NixOS Latest system. You can now use it to build software projects with ease.