How I Installed Anki and Imported My CompTIA Security+ Deck on Debian (Step-by-Step Guide)

1. Install Anki (Done)

Bash

cd ~/Downloads
wget https://github.com/ankitects/anki/releases/download/25.09/anki-launcher-25.09-linux.tar.zst
tar xaf anki-launcher-25.09-linux.tar.zst
cd anki-launcher-25.09-linux
sudo ./install.sh

2. Fix Anaconda/Python Issues (Important)

Bash

conda deactivate
mkdir -p ~/.cache/uv
sudo chown -R $USER:$USER ~/.cache/uv

3. Import the CompTIA Deck

Bash

cd ~/Downloads
anki "PROD260324_CompTIA SecAI+ (Exam CY0-001).apkg"

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4. Daily Usage Commands

  • Open Anki:Bashanki
  • Start studying:
    • Open Anki → Click on CompTIA deck → Click Study Now

Quick Tips for Studying:

  • Do a little every day (Anki is designed for spaced repetition).
  • Answer honestly: Again / Hard / Good / Easy.
  • Don’t worry about finishing everything at once.