Installing Microsoft Edge on Linux systems

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Microsoft Edge, now based on Chromium, is available for various Linux distributions. This browser offers the same features as its Windows counterpart and benefits from automatic updates once installed. The installation process varies depending on your Linux distribution, with different package types (DEB, RPM, etc.) required for different systems. Let’s explore the most effective methods to get Edge up and running on your Linux machine.

Method 1: Terminal installation

For those comfortable with command-line operations, installing Edge via the terminal is quick and efficient.

  1. Navigate to the Microsoft Edge download page and select the appropriate package for your distribution.

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  1. Open your terminal and use the cd command to move to the directory containing the downloaded package.

  2. For Debian or Ubuntu-based distributions, execute:

    sudo dpkg -i microsoft-edge-stable-.deb

    For OpenSUSE or Fedora/CentOS, use:

    sudo rpm -i microsoft-edge-stable-.rpm

  3. Arch Linux users can install Edge from the Arch User Repository (AUR) using an AUR helper like yay:

    yay -S microsoft-edge-stable

  4. Once installed, you can launch Edge from your application menu.

  5. To manually update Edge on Debian/Ubuntu systems, use:

    sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

    For Fedora, use:

    sudo dnf update

  6. OpenSUSE users should run:

    sudo zypper update

    While Arch-based distributions require:

    sudo pacman -Syu

Method 2: Graphical user interface installation

For those who prefer a more visual approach, the GUI method is straightforward and user-friendly.

  1. Visit the Microsoft Edge website and click the ‘Try Edge’ button.

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  1. Click ‘Accept and download’ to begin downloading the installer.

  2. Once downloaded, double-click the installer to launch it.

  3. Click ‘Install’ to begin the installation process, then click ‘Install’ again when prompted.

  4. After installation completes, you can access Edge from your application menu.

Additional information

  • Uninstalling Edge is as simple as the installation process. You can use either the package manager GUI or terminal commands, depending on your preference.

  • Edge is added to your system’s repositories during installation, enabling automatic updates. However, manual updates are also possible using the terminal commands provided earlier.

  • For those interested in cutting-edge features, the Edge Insider browser is also available for Linux, allowing you to test new functionalities as they’re released.