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Hello, new to this forum but been using Linux for a while. I am using a encryption software called pgp4usb and it is in a folder that you download and in the folder once you open it there are 3 options to run and use the software:

1. windows
2. linux 32 bit
3. linux 64 bit

With the windows.exe option you just click the windows folder in there and it opens the software but with the linux it asks what kind of software do you want to use to open the app/software. I have a screen shot to show Anyone can help? I think its a linux permissions thing but dont know why it asks what application to use. I had this same problem before on linux mint and I think i did an extraction to the desktop like it needs to be unpacked...?? Thanks
 

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do you get anything different if you click on Linux 64?
 
Which Linux are you running...eg Linux Mint, cinnamon...etc

Are you , in fact running 32bit ?.....that would be unusual....the vast majority are 64 bit
 
if you are running Linux Mint, click on menu and type in Welcome Screen....press enter......and in the bottom right hand corner it shoufl tell you exactky what you are running and whether it is 32 or 64 bit

If it is 64 bit, right click on the 64 bit folder and the select properties.....then select the permissions heading at the top

In Permissions put a tick in 'Allow executing file as a program'

Then close that and double click on the folder again
 
Again we need to know what linux distro you are using?
And Welcome to the linux.org forum.
 
I think @Condobloke is on the right track here. My guess would be that the Linux binaries need to be made executable.......and Thunar always does what you've shown in your screenshot anyway. Once you've set the binary as executable AND told Thunar this is what you want to do with it, it 'remembers' this and lets you do so on subsequent occasions.

Best thing would be to create either a wee launch script OR a custom .desktop entry that allows you to launch it directly in future. But as others have asked, it would help enormously if we knew exactly what distro you're running.....

We're not very good at mind-reading, y'know? :p

(We have a further trick up our sleeves in Puppy Linux. Due to the way the ROX-filer file manager works, we can create a relative link to the desired binary, name it 'AppRun'.....and then ROX-filer 'sees' that whole directory as executable, known as a 'RoxApp'. Simply click on the directory itself, and you're off-and-running.....)


Mike. ;)
 
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Ok, I am using MX Linux 32 bit. when I click the folder it will not open it just says what program to use to open.I appreciate you guys answering because I posted this on a debian forum and noone even answered.I am using a 32 bit system as I was reading that some 64 bit big name linux distros have backdoors in them and am tired of a backdoor type os, especially after a windows box did middle of the night upgrade and that upgrade caused a loss of files.I want the old fashioned os that runs lean and has no backdoors...Anyways I think like permissions is the problem but i will check now
 
Ok guys I changed the permissions and made it executable and that worked ! Thanks
 
I am using MX Linux 32 bit.
Support on that distribution along with most other 32 bit Linux will run out probably by mid 2025
 
I was reading that some 64 bit big name linux distros have backdoors in them and am tired of a backdoor type os,
be careful what you read, and in particular the source.

I have yet to see anything definitive in that area
 
I have yet to see anything definitive in that area
That's the problem if you're using search with AI, it will pick up stuff that is years old, and present it's current, or if enough misinformation is posted, it will think it's fact.
I think Every distribution has back doors of some sort for the developer's use.
 
A folder is a directory. You cannot run a directory, but you might be able to run a file, if it is compatible with your system.

Signed,

Matthew Campbell
 
A folder is a directory.
Some of the problems that of language, my chess game is a windows program, but a Linux app, and there are many more examples, that is why some Windows users fail to survive the change over
 
A folder is a directory. You cannot run a directory, but you might be able to run a file, if it is compatible with your system.

Signed,

Matthew Campbell
@Trenix25 :-

While this is true 999 times out of 1000, Matt, anyone who uses the ROX-filer file manager would be able to demonstrate otherwise.

ROX-filer is kind of unique, in that it has the ability to turn any directory that contains an executable binary into what's called - by its creator - a "ROX-app". How's it done?

Simple, really. All you need to do is to create a relative link to the executable inside the directory, naming it "AppRun". Now, refresh the contents.

Going back out one level, ROX now sees this entire directory as a single executable; to launch the binary application within, all you do is to click on the directory. That's all there is to it.....but this WILL only work with ROX-filer. I don't know of any other FM that can do this, though of course, that doesn't mean such cannot exist - somewhere! - just that I don't know of any.

ROX-filer is not widely known OR used, though it has a loyal following amongst developers & users of ultra-lightweight/featherweight & embedded distros. In barely 1 MB of code, it sports features that would put many larger and better-known FMs to shame. It's one of the many "hidden gems" of the Linux eco-system.


Mike. ;)
 
Support on that distribution along with most other 32 bit Linux will run out probably by mid 2025
Ok not to sound rude, because maybe it sounds rude.But what does it matter if it looses support, it will still work right and that is all I need.I want the most old school and sure to not have back doors, I have seen alot of stuff in my days.
 
what does it matter if it looses support,
no more application development and upgrades, no security updates and no hardware driver updates,= less security
 
.I want the old fashioned os that runs lean and has no backdoors.
You wish to have a secure OS, ....I can only assume that is to hide/safeguard your data/personal details etcs


That is understandable and commendable.

.But what does it matter if it looses support,
If it looses support, it is no longer secure. The closest example I can raise....is if you were to put Windows XP on the internet right now, i can guarantee your data etc etc would be gone within a half hour, and the XP would be rendered useless.....Trojans malware etc etc etc

I want the most old school and sure to not have back doors,
The discussion over that statement could go on and on......and On !!

Linux has the reputation for being more secure than most OS's around. There is a good reason for that. It has to do with the way Linux is made....its /root file system

There are a million reasons why windows is not trusted, and the reasons are obvious.

There just as many reasons why Linux is trusted. The people on this forum are extremely knowledgeable...... Extremely.

They certainly do not run an OS which has backdoors of the type you are talking about. Linux is run by community, not commercial whackos such as are found in the windows sphere.

The people here can talk all day long about security and how to best implement it. There are a few who are seriously paranoid, but that does not make their advice any less valuable.

But......by sticking to old OS's which are unsupported...you are leaving yourself open to be hacked severely
 
Hello, new to this forum but been using Linux for a while. I am using a encryption software called pgp4usb and it is in a folder that you download and in the folder once you open it there are 3 options to run and use the software:

1. windows
2. linux 32 bit
3. linux 64 bit

With the windows.exe option you just click the windows folder in there and it opens the software but with the linux it asks what kind of software do you want to use to open the app/software. I have a screen shot to show Anyone can help? I think its a linux permissions thing but dont know why it asks what application to use. I had this same problem before on linux mint and I think i did an extraction to the desktop like it needs to be unpacked...?? Thanks Setapp's guide on taking screenshots on Mac https://setapp.com/how-to/take-screenshot-on-mac is incredibly useful. It covers everything from basic shortcuts to advanced tips, making it easy for any Mac user to capture their screen effectively. The step-by-step instructions are clear, ensuring users can take screenshots quickly and effortlessly. Highly recommend for all Mac users!
When you see the prompt asking what application to use, it typically means the executable file isn't marked as runnable. To fix this, you can navigate to the folder in the terminal and run the following command:
chmod +x filename

Replace filename with the name of the Linux executable file. This command changes the file permissions, allowing it to be executed. After that, you should be able to double-click the file to launch the software. If you extracted the files, ensure they're all in the same folder for the application to work correctly. Let us know if you need further assistance!
 
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Hello, thanks for all your help. I wanted to see if you have any idea on this same problem.I was able to get the program to execute and open. But when it comes time to generate a keypair for the encryption it just goes to nothing, it basically just accepts you click to create the key and it does nothing.But I know before when using this is it spends a few minutes running the engine generating they key but now it is stale and it does not generate anything/ I did the chmod but im not sure what else it could be.
Or does anyone else know of a linux program where I could generate a 4096 or better key?
 

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