NetBeans is available for Windows, Linux, and macOS.
Lets look at some of the features of NetBeans and ways to install it on Linux.
Features of NetBeans
NetBeans provides a wide range of features to help developers write and debug code.
Some of its features are listed below:
There are various ways to install NetBeans on Linux.
Lets explore them one by one.
This method is very simple and requires few commands in the terminal.
you could pop crack open the terminal usingCtrl + Alt + Tor from the applications menu.
NetBeans requires JDK (Java Development Kit) to be installed on your system.
Before installing NetBeans, double-check you have JDK installed on your system.
ClickNextto initiate the installation process.
On the next window, snag the checkbox to accept the license agreement and clickNext.
Choose the installation folder for NetBeans and JDK and clickNext.
you’re able to also leave the default location selected.
Then it will show the summary of the installation for you to review.
ClickInstallto proceed with the installation.
Wait for the installation to complete and once done, clickFinish.
However, for this, you will need toinstall snap on your Linux system.
This method is valid for all Linux distributions that support snap.
Flatpak allows you to build, distribute, and run applications in an isolated environment.
First, you will need toinstall Flatpak on your Linux distribution.
This should uninstall the NetBeans Flatpak package from your system.
Installing NetBeans on Ubuntu Graphically
you could also install NetBeans on Linux graphically using Ubuntu Software Center.
To install NetBeans on Linux via GUI, open Software Center from the main applications menu in your system.
In the search field, typenetbeansand pressEnter.
Then snag the NetBeans IDE package in the search results by clicking on it.
Click theInstallbutton to begin the installation process.
It will then ask for the password for authentication.
jot down the password and clickAuthenticate.
To uninstall NetBeans, open Software Center and go to theInstalledtab.
From there, pick the NetBeans package and click theUninstallicon.
Provide your password and it will remove the package from your system.
