Adobe Technologies released the Linux version of Adobe AIR some
weeks ago which brings web applications and widgets to your desktop.
Installing new applications on a Linux distribution is always a mystery
for newbies so here is a guide that teaches you how to install Adobe
AIR on Ubuntu.
How to install LimeWire in Debian based systems (Ubuntu)
0. Make sure you have "multiverse" repository enabled in your
/etc/apt/sources.list by clicking on System -> Administration ->
Software Sources. The checkbox "Software restricted by copyright or
legal issues (multiverse)" has to be enabled.
2. If you are using Gnome or KDE you should be able to double-click on
the file. If not, you may have to manually install with dpkg.
There should be an entry in the programs menu if you are using KDE or
Gnome. You will also be able to start limewire by typing "limewire" in
the terminal.