How to update software on Linux Mint
CS-116a: Introduction to Computer Graphics
Instructor: Rob Bruce
Fall 2016

OBJECTIVE: to update software (i.e. bug fixes) on Linux Mint.

  • Launch a terminal window (also known as a command line prompt or shell).

Step 1 of 3: In terminal window, log in as root

  • In your terminal window type the following at the command prompt: su
  • You will be prompted to enter the root password. Enter that password.
  • Your terminal window should now display a "#" (hash mark) prompt. This indicates you are logged in as root!

Step 2 of 3: In terminal window, type the following command as root

  • First we need to update our cache of software libraries that are available to install or update.
  • In your terminal window type the following at the command prompt (you should be root): apt-get update

Step 3 of 3: In terminal window, type the following command as root

  • Now that we've updated our cache, the next step is to install any updated software (if available).
  • In your terminal window type the following at the command prompt (you should be root): apt-get upgrade

Your software is now up to date!

  • You can run this procedure as often as you like. New software updates are available frequently.