How to update Debian or Ubuntu Linux containers (lxc) VM

To update a Debian or Ubuntu Linux container (LXC) virtual machine, you can use the following steps:

  1. Log in to the container:
lxc exec container-name bash
  1. Update the package list:
sudo apt-get update
  1. Upgrade all installed packages:
sudo apt-get upgrade
  1. Upgrade the distribution to the latest version:
sudo apt-get dist-upgrade
  1. Remove any unused packages:
sudo apt-get autoremove
  1. Exit the container:
exit

Note: The exact commands and packages may vary depending on the specific version of Debian or Ubuntu you are using. It is recommended to backup your data before performing any updates.

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