How to Install TeamViewer on Ubuntu 24.04

In this guide, I will show you how to install TeamViewer on Ubuntu 24.04. TeamViewer is a popular remote desktop application that allows me to access and control other computers remotely. It is widely used for technical support, remote work, and collaboration.

Installing TeamViewer on Ubuntu 24.04 is easy and only takes a few steps.

How to Install TeamViewer on Ubuntu 24.04

How to Install TeamViewer on Ubuntu 24.04

 

Step-by-Step Guide to Install TeamViewer on Ubuntu 24.04

Step 1: Update System Packages

Before installing any new software, I always update my system to ensure I have the latest packages. Open the terminal and run:

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

 

Step 2: Download TeamViewer .deb Package

I need to download the official TeamViewer .deb package from its website. I use the following command to download it:

wget https://download.teamviewer.com/download/linux/teamviewer_amd64.deb

 

Step 3: Install Required Dependencies

To avoid any dependency issues, I install required packages:

sudo apt install -f -y

 

Step 4: Install TeamViewer

Now, I install TeamViewer using the downloaded .deb package:

sudo dpkg -i teamviewer_amd64.deb

If I encounter any missing dependencies, I fix them using:

sudo apt --fix-broken install

 

Step 5: Verify Installation

To check if TeamViewer is installed correctly, I run:

teamviewer --version

This should display the installed TeamViewer version.

 

Step 6: Launch TeamViewer

To open TeamViewer, I can either:

Run the following command in the terminal:

teamviewer

Or, go to Applications Menu and search for TeamViewer.

 

Step 7: Enable TeamViewer for Remote Access (Optional)

If I want to allow unattended remote access:

  • Open TeamViewer.
  • Go to Extras → Options → Security.
  • Set up a personal password for remote access.

 

Step 8: Uninstall TeamViewer (If Needed)

If I ever need to remove TeamViewer from Ubuntu, I use:

sudo apt remove --purge teamviewer -y
sudo apt autoremove -y

 


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