tar.gz ??? How do I install these?

[Concrete Cormasta']

A stupid question, I know, but I have no idea how to use these downloads. :confused:

[Pras]

this is a compressed archive. Use 'tar -zxvf filename' to extract. Depending on the files inside, you also may have to compile it, etc.

In the future, it is advisable to search the forum archives before you post so that people don't flame or ignore you. Regular members get tired of reading the same question over and over again. Just FYI...

[bdg1983]

Everyone waiting for me to post about the Compiling Software NHF? (http://www.linuxnewbie.org/nhf/intel/compiling/softinstall.html)

Always a good idea to go through the NHF's right here at Linuxnewbie. Lots of good stuff. Also have a read of the FAQ's.

[YaRness]

Linux is not Windows; installing software on it can be intimidating at first. that nhf looks good, and there's always more documentation and advice and faqs to be found if you search around for them.

[HypoLuxa]

what is the purpose of the zxvf switch? what does it stand for?

[fancypiper]

In any terminal, x or virtual, type man <command> for what switches and options are available for that command ie.:

man tar

A good man is easy to find.

[EyesWideOpen]

Originally posted by HypoLuxa:
<STRONG>what is the purpose of the zxvf switch? what does it stand for?</STRONG>

Basically verbosely extract a zipped file. I would take fancypiper's advice and read the man page for more info.