Preload-ng is a maintained fork of Preload, an adaptive readahead daemon designed to make your Linux applications start faster. By predicting which applications you will use next, Preload-ng preloads these apps into memory, reducing load times and creating a smoother user experience.
To get started with preload-ng, you need to download and install it. Follow these steps to ensure a smooth setup.
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Visit the Releases Page To get preload-ng, visit the Releases page for the latest version.
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Choose Your Version Once on the Releases page, you’ll see various versions of preload-ng. Look for the most recent version to ensure you have the latest features and fixes.
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Download the Appropriate File Click on the file that matches your system. For most users, this will be the file ending with
.debfor Debian-based systems or.rpmfor Red Hat-based systems. -
Install the Application
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For Debian-based Systems:
- Open your terminal and navigate to the directory where you downloaded the file.
- Run the command:
sudo dpkg -i preload-ng*.deb
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For Red Hat-based Systems:
- Open your terminal and navigate to the directory where the file is located.
- Run the command:
sudo rpm -i preload-ng*.rpm
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Verify the Installation To check if preload-ng is installed correctly, run the following command in your terminal:
preload-ng --version
You should see the installed version number if everything went well.
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Start the Daemon To start the preload-ng daemon, run:
sudo systemctl start preload-ng
This will initiate the service and begin the preloading process.
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Enable at Startup If you want preload-ng to start automatically when your system boots, run:
sudo systemctl enable preload-ng
Before you install preload-ng, ensure your system meets the following requirements:
- Operating System: Linux (Debian, Ubuntu, Fedora, CentOS, or any other Linux distribution)
- Minimum RAM: 512 MB (1 GB or more is recommended for optimal performance)
- Storage: At least 100 MB of free disk space
- Adaptive Preloading: preload-ng learns which applications you use most frequently and preloads them accordingly.
- Performance Optimization: Enhances the performance of your Linux system by minimizing application load times.
- Resource Efficient: Uses minimal system resources while actively improving your application's response times.
- Easy Installation: The installation process is straightforward with simple commands that most users can follow.
If you have trouble installing or running preload-ng, try these common solutions:
- Installation Errors: Ensure that you have the required permissions. Using
sudoshould grant the necessary rights. - Not Starting: If the daemon doesn’t start, check the status with:
sudo systemctl status preload-ng
For further assistance, you can explore our GitHub Issues page to see if your question has been answered or to report a new issue.
If you'd like to contribute to preload-ng, feel free to check our Contributing Guidelines. Your input can help make preload-ng even better!
preload-ng is open-source software licensed under the MIT License. You can freely use, modify, and distribute it as you wish.
By following these steps, you can successfully download and run preload-ng on your Linux system. Enjoy faster application startup times and a more efficient experience!