How to Install TeamViewer on Debian 10

Introduction

Before we begin talking about the steps to install TeamViewer on Debian 10, let's briefly understand – What is TeamViewer ?

TeamViewer is a leading global remote connectivity platform that allows safe and secure access to any device from anywhere in the world. It enables seamless collaboration and efficient troubleshooting by connecting users to remote computers, mobile devices, or servers.

This tutorial covers how to install TeamViewer on Debian 10.  We will also address a few FAQs on how to install TeamViewer on Debian 10.

Advantages of TeamViewer

1. Remote Access: TeamViewer allows you to access your devices from anywhere, enhancing flexibility and productivity.
2. Collaboration: Seamlessly collaborate with team members by sharing screens, files, and documents.
3. Troubleshooting: Resolve technical issues remotely, saving time and effort.
4. Cross-Platform Support: Connect across different operating systems and devices effortlessly.
5. Enhanced Security: Benefit from robust encryption and authentication features for secure remote connections.

Update Debian

Make sure your system is up-to-date with all installed packages before proceeding with the tutorial.

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

Install Dependencies

Installing the following dependencies is necessary. Although the majority of these packages are likely already on your system, using the command will assist guarantee that they are installed.

sudo apt install wget apt-transport-https gnupg2 -y

If you skip and run into issues, go back and execute the command.

Install TeamViewer

Importing the GPG key is the initial step in authenticating the packages. To import to your keychain, type the following command into your terminal.

wget -O- https://download.teamviewer.com/download/linux/signature/TeamViewer2017.asc | gpg --dearmor | sudo tee /usr/share/keyrings/teamview.gpg

After that, import the repository.

echo "deb [arch=amd64 signed-by=/usr/share/keyrings/teamview.gpg] \
http://linux.teamviewer.com/deb stable main" \ | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/teamviewer.list

Now, run the following command to incorporate the recently imported repository.

sudo apt update

Finally, run the following command to install TeamViewer.

sudo apt install teamviewer -y

It should be noted that during installation, you may be given the option to keep the source or import maintainer. If the modifications are the same, you should choose to compare them and keep the original.

Launch TeamViewer

Once the software has been installed, there are several ways to launch.

You can open the command line terminal quickly by using the following command.

teamviewer

Send the terminal to the background if you want to launch it and operate it simultaneously:

teamviewer &

For desktop users who prefer not to use the command line terminal, the ideal approach to use TeamViewer is to access the GUI by going to Activities > Show Applications > TeamViewer.

When TeamViewer is launched, you may use it to connect to a remote PC by obtaining its address.

How to Update TeamViewer

For desktop users, the software should automatically update with your system packages using the APT package manager. If you want to check manually, enter the following command into your terminal.

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade

How to Remove (Uninstall) TeamViewer

Use the following command to uninstall the video conference software from your machine if you no longer need it.

sudo apt autoremove teamviewer --purge -y

If you do not want to reinstall the software, delete the repository.

sudo rm /etc/apt/sources.list.d/teamviewer.list

Remove the GPG after removing the repository list file.

sudo rm /usr/share/keyrings/teamviewer.gpg

FAQs to Install TeamViewer on Debian 10

Conclusion

You now know how to install TeamViewer on Debian 10 using the official repository, manage it, and if necessary, remove it.

If you have any further queries about the tutorial, feel free to leave a comment below.