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I need to install some programs on a server where I cannot get super user privileges. Is there a flag or some way to get aptitude to install in my bin and lib folders in my home directory instead of for the whole system?

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All of these commands must be run as root or with superuser privileges

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From my answer to how to create debian package to install files to /home/user on the Unix & Linux SE site:

The whole point of a Debian package is to install system-wide software. Think about it: if multiple users install this package to their respective /home/user/myapp area, what should show up in your package manager?

If you want to install to your home directory, use the original source (eg. tarball) distribution.

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