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pear-desktop

GitHub describes it as Pear 🍐 is extension for music player. The repository metadata lists TypeScript as its primary language. The metadata lists the MIT license. This article stays within the project description and details documented in the GitHub repository README.

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pear-devs/pear-desktop: :pear: Pear Desktop

GitHub describes it as Pear 🍐 is extension for music player. The repository metadata lists TypeScript as its primary language. The metadata lists the MIT license. This article stays within the project description and details documented in the GitHub repository README.

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Repository scope

GitHub describes it as Pear 🍐 is extension for music player. The repository metadata lists TypeScript as its primary language. The metadata lists the MIT license. The README describes the project this way: [!IMPORTANT] ⚠️ Disclaimer No Affiliation This project, and its contributors, are not affiliated with, authorized by, endorsed by, or in any way officially connected with Google LLC, YouTube, or any of their subsidiaries or affiliates. This is an independent, non-profit, and unofficial extension developed by a team of volunteers with the goal of providing a desktop experience. Trademarks The names "Google" and "YouTube Music", as well as related names, marks, emblems, and images, are registered trademarks of their respective owners. Any use of these trademarks is for identification and reference purposes only and does not imply any association with the trademark holder. We have no intention of infringing upon these trademarks or causing harm to the trademark holders. Limitation of Liability This application (extension) is provided "AS IS", and you use it at your own risk. In no event shall the developers or contributors be liable for any claim, damages, or other liability, including any legal consequences, arising from, out of, or in connection with the software or the use or other dealings in the software. The responsibility for any and all outcomes of using this software rests entirely with the user.

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Arch Linux

The README section "Arch Linux" states: Install the pear-desktop package from the AUR. For AUR installation instructions, take a look at this wiki page.

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macOS

The README section "macOS" states: If you install the app manually and get an error "is damaged and can’t be opened." when launching the app, run the following in the Terminal:

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Windows

The README section "Windows" states: You can use the Scoop package manager to install the pear-desktop package from the extras bucket.

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Editorial conclusion

The repository README is the source for this review. It does not replace a local installation or an independent test.

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Official sources

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