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+# Dotfiles
+
+Dotfiles are user-specific configuration files that are typically stored as dotfiles, as in filenames that are prefixed
+with a dot or period (.). This project are my personal dotfiles and as such are available for reference and backup.
+
+- [Installation](#installation)
+  - [Assumptions](#assumptions)
+  - [Dependency Requirements](#dependency-requirements)
+  - [Setup](#setup)
+
+## Installation
+
+### Assumptions
+
+- Have experienced working knowledge within a CLI (command-line interface)
+- Understanding of Linux operating system
+- Installed all required dependencies as stated in [Dependency Requirements](#dependency-requirements) section
+- Installation is done via Linux CLI
+- Steps prefixed with a "$" (dollar sign) represents the CLI prompt
+- The text after the "$" is to be entered at the CLI
+- Setup instructions are an example of installation and configuration
+
+### Dependency Requirements
+
+- BASH v5+
+- Git v2+
+- GNOME v3+
+- GNU Stow v2.3+
+
+### Setup
+
+1. Clone project.
+    ```console
+    $ git clone https://gitlab.com/adouglas/dotfiles.git
+    ```
+1. Change to project directory.
+    ```console
+    $ cd dotfiles
+    ```
+1. Apply configuration.
+
+   Choose one of the following methods.
+
+    - Specific application
+        ```console
+        $ stow fish
+        ```
+    - All applications
+        ```console
+        $ stow
+        ```
+1. Apply GNOME Settings.
+
+    GNOME settings are stored within BASH script that utilizes the command "gsettings" to apply desire settings.
+    ```console
+    $ ./gsconfig
+    ```