Linux · Education & Science
Abacus
A tool for simple arithmetic calculations
by Sugar Labs Community
Official site: flathub.org
About Abacus
Abacus lets the learner explore different representations of numbers using different mechanical counting systems developed by the ancient Romans and Chinese. There are several different variants available for exploration.
How to install Abacus
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub org.sugarlabs.AbacusActivity
- Open Abacus once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Abacus free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Abacus is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Abacus from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub org.sugarlabs.AbacusActivity. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Abacus safe?
Abacus downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
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