Chromium is one of the most popular open-source web browsers in the world. Known for its speed, security, and simplicity, it serves as the foundation for many modern browsers, including Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Brave. If you want to experience Chromium directly on FunOS, you can install it easily using the terminal. This guide will walk you through the process of installing Chromium on FunOS, launching it, and uninstalling it if you no longer need it.
What is Chromium?
Chromium is an open-source web browser project started by Google. It is designed to provide a fast, lightweight, and secure browsing experience. Unlike Google Chrome, Chromium does not include proprietary features such as automatic updates, built-in Flash Player, or licensed media codecs, making it a great choice for users who prefer a fully open-source browser. With its minimal design and wide support for web standards, Chromium is a reliable option for daily browsing.
How to Install Chromium on FunOS
Step 1: Open a Terminal
There are three different ways to open a terminal in FunOS:
- Click Menu in the lower-left corner of the screen, then click Terminal.
- Click the Terminal icon in the Tray.
- Press Ctrl + Alt + T on your keyboard.
Step 2: Add the XtraDeb PPA
The Chromium package is not available in the default FunOS repositories. To install it, you need to add the XtraDeb PPA, which contains up-to-date applications for Ubuntu and its derivatives, including FunOS.
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:xtradeb/appsStep 3: Update the Package List
After adding the new repository, update the package list so your system recognizes the newly available software.
sudo apt updateStep 4: Install Chromium
Now you can install Chromium by running:
sudo apt install chromiumStep 5: Reload the Menu
For the Chromium shortcut to appear in the JWM menu, you need to reload it:
- Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner.
- Click Reload menu.
Launching Chromium
After installation, you can launch Chromium by:
- Clicking the Menu button in the lower-left corner.
- Navigating to the Internet category.
- Selecting Chromium Web Browser.
How to Uninstall Chromium on FunOS
If you decide you no longer need Chromium, you can completely remove it from your system by following these steps:
Step 1: Open a Terminal
Use one of the three methods described earlier to open a terminal.
Step 2: Remove Chromium
Uninstall the Chromium browser package with:
sudo apt remove --purge chromiumStep 3: Remove Any Unused Dependencies
To free up additional space, remove any leftover dependencies:
sudo apt autoremove --purgeStep 4: Remove the XtraDeb PPA
If you don’t plan on installing other applications from XtraDeb, you can safely remove the PPA:
sudo add-apt-repository --remove ppa:xtradeb/appsStep 5: Update the Package List
After removing the PPA, refresh your package list:
sudo apt updateStep 6: Remove User Data (Optional)
If you want to completely erase your browsing history, saved passwords, and cache, delete Chromium’s configuration and cache directories:
rm -rf $HOME/.config/chromium
rm -rf $HOME/.cache/chromiumStep 7: Reload the Menu
Finally, reload the JWM menu to remove the Chromium shortcut:
- Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner.
- Click Reload menu.
Conclusion
Chromium is an excellent choice for users who want a fast, secure, and fully open-source web browser on FunOS. By adding the XtraDeb PPA, you can easily install Chromium and keep it updated. And if you ever decide to remove it, the process is just as simple. With this guide, you now have complete control over installing, launching, and uninstalling Chromium on FunOS.
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