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| − | |header=What is it that you want to do on your | + | |header=What is it that you want to do on your webOS device? |
| − | |column1= | + | |column1=Look below and choose the best option for you: |
| − | + | # '''''Easy''''' Using a computer to install homebrew applications on your webOS device. Suitable for those that do not have a lot of computer know-how. Compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux Computers. | |
| + | # '''''Moderate''''' The second option is best for those that have some computer know-how and want to get to know ''how'' their device works a little bit more. This option requires more work, however. Since webOS devices are Linux based devices, it is helpful if you know how to use Linux. Cross-platform compatible. | ||
| − | + | ''*Hacking is called "Accessing linux." It is highly recommended that you '''read this article''' if you are thinking about doing option two: [http://forums.precentral.net/web-os-development/193679-accessing-linux-rooting-your-pre.html Accessing Linux!="Rooting your webOS device"]'' | |
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| − | |title=[[Tutorials_webOS_Installing_An_Ipk|Option 1: Installing a Homebrew App | + | |title=[[Tutorials_webOS_Installing_An_Ipk|Option 1: Installing a Homebrew App Easily]] |
| − | |description= | + | |description= [http://forums.precentral.net/canuck-coding/274461-webos-quick-install-v4-2-3-a.html WebOS Quick Install]is a Mac/Windows/Linux computer app that installs the homebrew apps onto your webOS device. You'll need [http://www.java.com/en/download/manual.jsp the latest version of Java] and install WebOS Quick Install, and it'll do the rest for you! |
| − | + | To install and update applications while on the device use [[Application:Preware|Preware]]. Follow the steps on the page to install [[Application:Preware|Preware]] through the WebOS Quick Install. | |
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|title=[[Portal:webOS_Applications|WebOS Homebrew App Listings]] | |title=[[Portal:webOS_Applications|WebOS Homebrew App Listings]] | ||
| − | |description=Already able to add apps? Then check out the homebrew apps made by | + | |description=This list contains pages where people can write about their various applications and is the portal for WebOS-Internals projects. |
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| + | Note: [http://forums.precentral.net/homebrew-apps/194104-links-all-homebrew-apps-updated-8-3-a.html PreCentral has more apps available.] | ||
| + | Already able to add apps? Then check out the homebrew apps made by webos-internals.org users and affiliates. | ||
Can be used with options 1 and 2. | Can be used with options 1 and 2. | ||
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|title=[[Portal:Accessing_Linux|Option 2: Accessing Linux]] | |title=[[Portal:Accessing_Linux|Option 2: Accessing Linux]] | ||
| − | |description=Do you want to take the extra risk of accessing the | + | |description=Do you want to take the extra risk of accessing the Linux on your webOS device? Or do you have a good understanding of Linux or programing? (Cross-platform) |
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| + | Remember-Read this article if you're going to [http://forums.precentral.net/web-os-development/193679-accessing-linux-rooting-your-pre.html Access Linux!="Root your webOS device"] | ||
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|title=[[Portal:Tools|Development Tools and Programs]] | |title=[[Portal:Tools|Development Tools and Programs]] | ||
| − | |description=Get all the tools you need to make your own applications, to access you | + | |description=Get all the tools you need to make your own applications, to access you webOS device's Linux codes, for cross-compiling, etc, |
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|title=[[Portal:Community|IRC]] | |title=[[Portal:Community|IRC]] | ||
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| − | Download | + | Download an IRC client and join us in [irc://irc.freenode.net/webos-internals #webos-internals] on FreeNode. |
The same rules apply as those on the wiki for discussion. | The same rules apply as those on the wiki for discussion. | ||
Latest revision as of 22:23, 15 June 2016
What is it that you want to do on your webOS device?
Look below and choose the best option for you:- Easy Using a computer to install homebrew applications on your webOS device. Suitable for those that do not have a lot of computer know-how. Compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux Computers.
- Moderate The second option is best for those that have some computer know-how and want to get to know how their device works a little bit more. This option requires more work, however. Since webOS devices are Linux based devices, it is helpful if you know how to use Linux. Cross-platform compatible.
Recommended for Non-Computer-Savvy Folks
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Recommended for Moderate-Advanced Computer Users
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Need help/Want to contribute?
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IRC Download an IRC client and join us in #webos-internals on FreeNode. The same rules apply as those on the wiki for discussion. |