How To Install OneDrive on AlmaLinux 9

In this tutorial, we will show you how to install OneDrive on AlmaLinux 9. As cloud storage becomes increasingly crucial for both personal and professional use, many AlmaLinux 9 users are looking for ways to integrate popular cloud storage services like OneDrive into their workflow. OneDrive, a cloud storage service provided by Microsoft, offers a convenient way to store, sync, and share files across multiple devices. In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of installing and configuring OneDrive on AlmaLinux 9, enabling you to seamlessly access your files from anywhere.

This article assumes you have at least basic knowledge of Linux, know how to use the shell, and most importantly, you host your site on your own VPS. The installation is quite simple and assumes you are running in the root account, if not you may need to add ‘sudo‘ to the commands to get root privileges. I will show you the step-by-step installation of the OneDrive on AlmaLinux 9. You can follow the same instructions for CentOS and Rocky Linux or RHEL-based.

Prerequisites

• A server running one of the following operating systems: AlmaLinux 9.
• It’s recommended that you use a fresh OS install to prevent any potential issues.
• SSH access to the server (or just open Terminal if you’re on a desktop).
• You’ll need an internet connection to download the necessary packages and dependencies.
• Sufficient storage space for OneDrive files.
• You’ll need root or sudo privileges to install OneDrive and make system-wide changes. Make sure you have the necessary permissions before starting the installation process.

Install OneDrive on AlmaLinux 9

Step 1. Update Your System.

To ensure a smooth installation process, it is crucial to update your AlmaLinux 9 system packages to their latest versions. Open the terminal and execute the following command:

sudo dnf clean all
sudo dnf update

This command will fetch the latest package information from the repositories and upgrade any outdated packages to their latest versions. Keeping your system updated not only helps maintain stability and security but also resolves any potential dependency issues that may arise during the OneDrive installation process. Once the update process is complete, you can proceed to the next step.

Step 2. Installing Required Dependencies.

OneDrive requires certain dependencies to function correctly on AlmaLinux 9. To install these dependencies, run the following command in the terminal:

sudo dnf install libcurl-devel sqlite-devel dmd

By installing these dependencies, you ensure that OneDrive has all the necessary components to function seamlessly on your AlmaLinux 9 system. Once the installation of the dependencies is complete, you can move on to downloading and installing the OneDrive client.

Step 3. Installing OneDrive client.

Clone the OneDrive client repository from GitHub using the following command:

git clone https://github.com/abraunegg/onedrive.git

Navigate to the cloned directory:

cd onedrive

Run the configuration script:

./configure

Compile the OneDrive client:

make

Install the OneDrive client:

sudo make install

This command will install the compiled OneDrive client files to the appropriate locations on your system, making it accessible system-wide.

Step 4. Configure OneDrive.

After installing the OneDrive client, the next step is to configure it and link it to your OneDrive account. Follow these steps to configure OneDrive on AlmaLinux 9:

1. 1. Run the OneDrive client with the following command:

onedrive

1. 2. The OneDrive client will prompt you to visit a specific URL in your web browser to authenticate and grant permissions to the client. Copy the provided URL and open it in your preferred web browser.
   3. Sign in to your Microsoft account associated with OneDrive and grant the necessary permissions to the OneDrive client.
   4. After successful authentication, you will be provided with an authorization code. Copy this code and paste it back into the terminal where the OneDrive client is running.
   5. The OneDrive client will now authenticate and establish a connection with your OneDrive account. It will prompt you to choose the local directory where you want to sync your OneDrive files. Enter the desired directory path or press Enter to use the default directory (~/OneDrive).
   6. OneDrive will start the initial synchronization process, downloading your files from the cloud to the specified local directory. This process may take some time depending on the size of your OneDrive data.
   7. Once the initial synchronization is complete, OneDrive will continue to monitor changes in both the local directory and the cloud, keeping your files in sync.

By following these configuration steps, you will have successfully linked your OneDrive account to the OneDrive client on AlmaLinux 9, enabling seamless file synchronization between your local system and the cloud.

Step 5. Running OneDrive Client.

Now that you have configured OneDrive on AlmaLinux 9, you can start using the client to sync your files. Here are some essential commands and options for running the OneDrive client:

To start the OneDrive client and initiate synchronization, use the following command:

onedrive --synchronize

By default, OneDrive performs a two-way synchronization, keeping both the local directory and the cloud in sync. However, you can also choose to perform a one-way synchronization using the following command:

onedrive --synchronize --single-directory

To run OneDrive in the background and keep it continuously syncing, you can use the following command:

onedrive --monitor

Congratulations! You have successfully installed OneDrive. Thanks for using this tutorial for installing the OneDrive on your AlmaLinux 9 system. For additional help or useful information, we recommend you check the official OneDrive website.