FunOS

Timeshift is a powerful backup and restore tool designed to help you create and manage system snapshots. This guide will show you two methods to install Timeshift on FunOS, either from the default Ubuntu repositories or from the Tony George PPA. Additionally, you will learn how to launch and uninstall Timeshift if needed.

How to Install Timeshift on FunOS

Method 1: Installing Timeshift from the Ubuntu Repositories

This is the most straightforward method, as FunOS is based on Ubuntu, and Timeshift is available in the default Ubuntu package repositories.

1. Open a Terminal
   You can open the terminal using any of the following methods:

• Click the Menu in the lower-left corner, then click Terminal.
• Click the Terminal icon in the Tray.
• Use the shortcut Ctrl + Alt + T.

2. Update the Package List
   Before installing any software, it is always a good practice to update your package list to ensure you’re installing the latest version:

sudo apt update

3. Install Timeshift
   Once the package list is updated, install Timeshift by running:

sudo apt install timeshift

4. Reload the Menu
   After installation, you need to reload the menu so Timeshift appears in the application list:

• Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner.
• Select Reload menu.

Method 2: Installing Timeshift from the Tony George PPA

If you prefer to use the latest Timeshift builds with potential new features and bug fixes, you can install it from the Tony George PPA. Keep in mind that this version may include updates that are not fully tested, so use this option with caution.

1. Open a Terminal
   As in Method 1, you can open the terminal in any of the following ways:

• Click the Menu in the lower-left corner, then click Terminal.
• Click the Terminal icon in the Tray.
• Use the shortcut Ctrl + Alt + T.

2. Add the Tony George PPA
   To install Timeshift from the Tony George PPA, you first need to add the PPA:

sudo add-apt-repository ppa:teejee2008/timeshift

3. Update the Package List
   After adding the PPA, you need to update the package list:

sudo apt update

4. Install Timeshift
   Once the package list is updated, install Timeshift using:

sudo apt install timeshift

5. Reload the Menu
   Similar to the first method, reload the menu to make Timeshift appear:

• Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner.
• Select Reload menu.

Launching Timeshift

Once installed, you can easily launch Timeshift via the Menu:

• Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner, then navigate to the System section to find Timeshift.

How to Uninstall Timeshift on FunOS

If you no longer need Timeshift, you can uninstall it. The process is slightly different depending on how you installed it.

Uninstalling Timeshift Installed from the Ubuntu Repositories

1. Open a Terminal
   Use the terminal methods mentioned earlier.
2. Remove Timeshift
   To uninstall Timeshift, run the following command:

sudo apt remove --purge timeshift

3. Remove Unused Dependencies
   After removing Timeshift, you can clean up any unused dependencies:

sudo apt autoremove --purge

4. Reload the Menu
   After uninstalling Timeshift, reload the menu:

• Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner.
• Select Reload menu.

Uninstalling Timeshift Installed from the Tony George PPA

1. Open a Terminal
   Use the terminal methods mentioned earlier.
2. Remove Timeshift
   Uninstall Timeshift using the following command:

sudo apt remove --purge timeshift

3. Remove Unused Dependencies
   Clean up any unused dependencies:

sudo apt autoremove --purge

4. Remove the PPA
   If you no longer want to use the Tony George PPA, you can remove it with:

sudo add-apt-repository --remove ppa:teejee2008/timeshift

5. Update the Package List
   After removing the PPA, update your package list to ensure everything is up to date:

sudo apt update

6. Reload the Menu
   Finally, reload the menu after uninstalling Timeshift:

• Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner.
• Select Reload menu.

Conclusion

Timeshift is a great tool for managing system backups and ensuring that you can restore your system to a previous state in case of an issue. This guide has shown you two methods of installing Timeshift on FunOS, as well as how to launch and uninstall it. Whether you prefer the stable version from the Ubuntu repositories or the cutting-edge version from the Tony George PPA, Timeshift provides a reliable way to safeguard your system.