What is the usage of AppImage in Linux?

AppImage is a format for packaging and distributing applications, similar to portable applications in Windows or dmg files in macOS. AppImage can run on almost all major Linux distributions without the need for installation or configuring dependencies. With AppImage, users can easily run their favorite applications from a single application package.

To use AppImage in Linux, simply download the desired AppImage file, give it executable permission (chmod +x filename.appimage), and then you can either double-click on the AppImage file to run the application, or run it in the terminal (./filename.appimage).

Advantages of using AppImage include easy distribution and management, a self-contained application environment, easy updates and rollbacks. However, it is worth noting that some Linux distributions may require the installation of additional libraries or dependencies to run certain AppImage applications properly.