Safe Exam Browser (SEB) is a secure web browser that allows you to take online exams in a controlled environment. It prevents access to other applications and websites while you are taking the exam, ensuring a fair and secure testing experience. In this article, we will guide you through the process of running Safe Exam Browser on Linux.
Step 1: Download Safe Exam Browser
The first step is to download Safe Exam Browser for Linux. You can find the latest version on the official SEB website. Look for the Linux version and click on the download link. Once the download is complete, you will have a file with a .tar.gz extension.
Step 2: Extract the SEB Files
After downloading Safe Exam Browser, you need to extract the files from the .tar.gz archive. To do this, open your file manager and navigate to the location where the downloaded file is saved. Right-click on the file and select "Extract here" or a similar option. This will extract the SEB files into a new folder.
Step 3: Open a Terminal
Next, we need to open a terminal to run Safe Exam Browser. In Linux, you can usually open a terminal by pressing Ctrl + Alt + T. Alternatively, you can search for "Terminal" in the applications menu and click on the terminal icon to open it.
Step 4: Navigate to the SEB Folder
Once the terminal is open, you need to navigate to the folder where the Safe Exam Browser files are extracted. Use the cd command followed by the path to the SEB folder. For example, if the extracted folder is named "seb-linux", you would use the following command:
cd /path/to/seb-linux
Step 5: Make the SEB Launcher Executable
Before you can run Safe Exam Browser, you need to make the SEB launcher executable. In the terminal, enter the following command:
chmod +x seb
Step 6: Launch Safe Exam Browser
Now that the SEB launcher is executable, you can launch Safe Exam Browser by entering the following command in the terminal:
./seb
This will start Safe Exam Browser and open a new window.
Step 7: Configure Safe Exam Browser
When you first launch Safe Exam Browser, you will be prompted to configure the application. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up SEB according to your exam requirements. This may include entering a start password, configuring allowed websites, and adjusting other settings.
Step 8: Take Your Exam
Once you have configured Safe Exam Browser, you can start taking your exam. SEB will create a secure environment where you can access the exam website and nothing else. You won't be able to use any other applications or visit other websites until you finish the exam.
Step 9: Exit Safe Exam Browser
After you have completed your exam, you can exit Safe Exam Browser by clicking on the "Exit" button within the SEB window. This will close SEB and return you to your regular desktop environment.
Congratulations! You have successfully run Safe Exam Browser on Linux and taken your exam in a secure environment.
References
| Number | Source |
|---|---|
| 1 | Safe Exam Browser Official Website |