Alex Chatham
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Docker Auto Installer: The Fastest Way to Install Docker on Linux

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Docker Auto Installer: The Fastest Way to Install Docker on Linux

Setting up Docker shouldn’t be complicated. The BLSTMO Docker Auto Installer script makes it simple by handling everything automatically. Let’s look at how to use it and what it does.

Quick Installation Methods

Using curl

For a quick installation, download and run the script with curl:

curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/blstmo/blstmo-templates/refs/heads/main/docker-installer/install.sh -o install.sh && sudo bash install.sh

Using wget

If you prefer wget, use this command instead:

wget -qO- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/blstmo/blstmo-templates/refs/heads/main/docker-installer/install.sh | sudo bash

Manual Installation

Want more control? You can manually install using Git:

# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/blstmo/blstmo-templates.git

# Move to the installer directory
cd blstmo-templates/docker-installer

# Make it executable
chmod +x install.sh

# Run the installer
sudo ./install.sh

What Gets Installed?

The installer handles everything you need:

  • Docker Engine
  • Docker Compose plugin
  • Required dependencies
  • Service configuration

System Requirements

Make sure you have:

  • A Linux system (Ubuntu, CentOS, Fedora, or other major distributions)
  • Root access or sudo privileges
  • Internet connection
  • x86_64 or aarch64 processor

After Installation

Check that everything is working by running:

docker --version
docker compose version

Troubleshooting Tips

Having issues? Here are some quick fixes:

  1. If the script fails to run, make sure you have sudo privileges
  2. For connection errors, check your internet connection
  3. If Docker isn’t starting, try:
    sudo systemctl start docker
    

Need More Help?

Find more information and support:


Note: This installer is maintained by BLSTMO and is regularly updated to ensure compatibility with the latest Docker versions.

© BLSTMO 2025

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