> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://powerjs.gitbook.io/powerjs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://powerjs.gitbook.io/powerjs/getting-started/getting-powershell/linux.md). # Linux Installing PowerShell in Linux is easier than you think {% hint style="info" %} This article is covered in a **GeeksForGeeks** article, here's the link: {% endhint %} ## Using Snap Installing **PowerShell** Using **Snap** is as per the following:

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## Using a package repository ( apt ) First update list of system packages using below command: ```bash sudo apt-get update ```

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Install pre-requisite packages using the below command: ```bash sudo apt-get install -y wget apt-transport-https software-properties-common ```

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Now download the Microsoft repository GPG keys and register them: ```bash wget -q https://packages.microsoft.com/config/ubuntu/20.04/packages-microsoft-prod.deb sudo dpkg -i packages-microsoft-prod.deb ```

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Update system source and enable universe repositories: ```bash sudo apt-get update sudo add-apt-repository universe ```

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Finally, install **PowerShell** using the below command. ```bash sudo apt-get install -y powershell ```

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You can test **PowerShell** functionality using the `pwsh` command in your terminal.