How to Install GNOME GUI on CentOS Stream 10

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GNOME is a desktop environment, meaning it provides the visual interface (like the desktop, icons, menus, and applications) that users interact with when using a Linux or Unix-like operating system.

Check Available Package Groups

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Before installing GNOME, check the available package groups:

dnf group list

Output

Available Environment Groups:
   Server with GUI
   Minimal Install
   Workstation
   Custom Operating System
   Virtualization Host
...

Installing GNOME GUI

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Install GNOME GUI by running the following command:

dnf groupinstall "Server with GUI" -y

Output

Transaction Summary
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Install  150 Packages
Total download size: 450 M
Installed size: 1.8 G
Downloading Packages:
(1/150): gnome-shell-42.2-1.el10.x86_64.rpm               10 MB/s |  12 MB     00:01    
...
Complete!

Set GUI as Default

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Enable graphical mode by setting it as the default target:

systemctl set-default graphical

Output

Removed symlink /etc/systemd/system/default.target.
Created symlink /etc/systemd/system/default.target -> /usr/lib/systemd/system/graphical.target.

Reboot the System

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Reboot the system to apply changes:

reboot

After the reboot, the system should boot into the graphical interface.

GNOME GUI Setup

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Once the system starts, you will see the GNOME welcome screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to configure the system:

1. Choose Language and Keyboard Layout.
2. Enable or Disable Location Services.
3. Set up Online Accounts (Optional).
4. Click "Start Using CentOS Stream 10" to proceed.

Accessing the GUI Remotely

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To access the GUI remotely, use a VNC server or an RDP client if configured.

Conclusion

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You have successfully installed and enabled GNOME GUI on CentOS Stream 10. You can now use your system in graphical mode!