Linux · Education & Science
Solar System
Learn about the planets
by Sugar Labs Community
Official site: flathub.org
About Solar System
The Solar System activity is a tool to encourage children to learn more about the planets and their moons (natural satellites). It is the author's hope that this tool serves as a practical and interactve way to explore astronomy.
How to install Solar System
- 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.SolarSystem
- Open Solar System once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Solar System free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Solar System is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Solar System from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub org.sugarlabs.SolarSystem. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Solar System safe?
Solar System 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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