How to Install CMake 3.30.8 on Ubuntu 22.04
CMake is a powerful open-source tool for managing the build process of software projects. This guide provides a step-by-step process to install CMake version 3.30.8 on Ubuntu 22.04 (Jammy Jellyfish) using the Kitware APT repository. Whether you're a developer or setting up a build environment, follow these steps to get CMake 3.30.8 up and running.
Prerequisites
Before starting, ensure you have:
- An Ubuntu 22.04 system with internet access.
- Administrative privileges (sudo access).
Step-by-Step Installation
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Update System Packages
Keep your system up to date to avoid compatibility issues.
sudo apt update sudo apt upgrade -y
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Install Required Tools
Install packages needed to manage the Kitware repository.
sudo apt install -y apt-transport-https ca-certificates gnupg software-properties-common wget
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Add Kitware APT Repository
Import the Kitware signing key and add the repository for Ubuntu 22.04 (jammy).
wget -O - https://apt.kitware.com/keys/kitware-archive-latest.asc 2>/dev/null | gpg --dearmor - | sudo tee /usr/share/keyrings/kitware-archive-keyring.gpg >/dev/null echo 'deb [signed-by=/usr/share/keyrings/kitware-archive-keyring.gpg] https://apt.kitware.com/ubuntu/ jammy main' | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/kitware.list >/dev/null
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Update Package Index
Refresh the package lists to include the Kitware repository.
sudo apt update
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Remove Existing CMake Versions
Purge any previously installed CMake versions to prevent conflicts.
sudo apt purge --auto-remove cmake cmake-data
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Clean APT Cache
Clear cached packages to ensure a clean installation.
sudo apt clean
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Install CMake 3.30.8
You can also check other available cmake versions using
apt-cache madison cmake
Install CMake 3.30.8 and its data package explicitly to avoid dependency issues.
sudo apt install -y cmake=3.30.8-0kitware1ubuntu22.04.1 cmake-data=3.30.8-0kitware1ubuntu22.04.1
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Verify Installation
Confirm that CMake 3.30.8 is installed correctly.
cmake --version
Expected output:
cmake version 3.30.8
Troubleshooting Tips
If you encounter issues, try these steps:
- Dependency Conflicts: Run
sudo apt install -f
to fix broken dependencies. - Held Packages: Check for held packages with
sudo apt-mark showhold
and release them withsudo apt-mark unhold cmake cmake-data
. - Verify Binary Path: Ensure the correct CMake is used with
which cmake
(should point to/usr/bin/cmake
).
Preventing Automatic Upgrades
To prevent APT from upgrading CMake to a newer version, hold the package:
sudo apt-mark hold cmake cmake-data
To unhold later:
sudo apt-mark unhold cmake cmake-data
Conclusion
You’ve successfully installed CMake 3.30.8 on Ubuntu 22.04! This version is ideal for projects requiring specific CMake features or compatibility. For more details, visit the Kitware APT repository or CMake’s official website.
Happy building!