Installation Process of KNIME
Step 1: Download KNIME
On the official KNIME website, determine the correct version according to your OS-Windows, macOS, or Linux.
Step 2: Installing KNIME
For Windows:
Double click on the downloaded.exe file to start the installer.
Follow the Setup Wizard: Accept the license agreement and select the installation directory.
Complete the Installation: Click "Install" and wait for the process to complete. You can optionally create a desktop shortcut.
Launch KNIME: After installing, you should be able to find KNIME in your Start Menu or on your desktop.
For macOS:
Open Disk Image: Navigate to the downloaded.dmg file and double-click on it.
Drag to Applications: Drag the KNIME icon to the Applications folder
Launch KNIME: Open your Applications folder and double-click KNIME to start it up
For Linux:
Extract Archive: Navigate to the downloaded.tar.gz file and extract it using a terminal or a file manager.
Bash:
tar -xvzf knime_<version>_linux.zipRun KNIME: Navigate to the extracted folder in the terminal and run the following command:
Bash:
./knimeStep 3: Install Java (if necessary)
KNIME requires Java. If you don't have it installed:1. Check Java Installation: Open a terminal or command prompt and type:
Bash:
java -versionIf it is not installed, then download it.
2. Download Java: Go to the Oracle JDK website or the AdoptOpenJDK site and download the latest version.
3. Install Java: Follow the installation instructions for your operating system.
Step 4: Configure KNIME
1. First Launch: In the first launch of KNIME, it will pop up asking you to set the workspace. Choose a location where your projects will reside.
2. Update KNIME: It is always better to check for updates so that you can get more features and fixes. Go through File > Update KNIME.
Step 5: Install Extensions (optional)
KNIME also provides many extensions for enhanced capabilities. To install the needed ones you can make the following actions:
1. You can install them using menu Help > Install New Software….
2. Then a window of Choose Repository where you choose a KNIME update site or add new one/s as you need;
3. Select and Install check to select needed extensions for which you click Next in follow-up window and agree further with given prompts.
Conclusion
You are good to go! Check out the interface, and go through the plentiful community resources and tutorials on how best to use this platform.