keybase / keybase/client

Linux client without root

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Description

How can I use the Linux client without root privileges? In particular, a tarball instead of a .deb/.rpm, and a non-root FUSE mount for kbfs?

@maxtaco mentioned it's possible, but I can't find the downloads/documentation.

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Research direction

Start by locating the Linux client download and installation documentation, then find the existing KBFS FUSE setup instructions. Document how to obtain a tarball instead of a .deb or .rpm and how to mount KBFS without root privileges; done means both workflows are described clearly for Linux users.

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Assessment

Tech stack
go, linux
Domain
documentation, operating-systems
Issue type
Documentation
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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