Mono is an open-source implementation of Microsoft's .NET Framework. It allows developers to create cross-platform applications. In this guide, we will walk through the steps to install Mono on Debian 11.

Step 1: Update Your System

Start by ensuring your system is up to date:

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

Step 2: Install Required Dependencies

Before installing Mono, install the necessary dependencies:

sudo apt install -y dirmngr gnupg ca-certificates

Step 3: Add the Mono Repository

Add the Mono repository to your system:

echo "deb https://download.mono-project.com/repo/debian stable main" | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/mono-official-stable.list

Step 4: Add the GPG Key

Add the GPG key for the Mono repository:

sudo apt-key adv --keyserver hkp://keyserver.ubuntu.com:80 --recv-keys 3FA7E0328081BFF4A5A90A2C97316E3B06C56C8C

Step 5: Update Package List

Update the package list to include the new Mono repository:

sudo apt update

Step 6: Install Mono

Now, install Mono:

sudo apt install -y mono-complete

Step 7: Verify Installation

After installation, verify that Mono is installed correctly by checking the version:

mono --version

Conclusion

You have successfully installed Mono on Debian 11. You can now run .NET applications on your Debian server.

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