How to Install File Sharing on MXLinux Latest
File Sharing is an open-source, peer-to-peer file sharing software which can be installed on various operating systems. It allows users to share and download files with ease, without any centralized server. In this tutorial, we will guide you on how to install File Sharing on MXLinux Latest.
Prerequisites
Before proceeding with the installation process, make sure that you have the following prerequisites:
- A system running MXLinux Latest
- A stable internet connection
- Terminal access with sudo privileges
Installation Steps
Follow the below-listed steps to install File Sharing on your system:
Open the terminal on your MXLinux system by pressing
CTRL+ALT+Ton your keyboard.Install Git by running the command:
sudo apt-get update sudo apt-get install gitOnce Git is installed, clone the File Sharing repository from Github by running the command:
git clone https://github.com/axeloz/filesharing.gitNavigate to the downloaded folder by running the command:
cd filesharingInstall the required packages by running the command:
sudo apt-get install nodejs npm build-essential libssl-devNow, install the dependencies by running the command:
npm installBuild the File Sharing app by running the command:
npm run buildFinally, start the File Sharing app by running the command:
npm startOnce the app is successfully started, open your web browser, and visit
http://localhost:3000/to access the File Sharing web interface.Note: If you want to access File Sharing from another system, replace
localhostwith the IP address of your MXLinux system.
Congratulations, you have successfully installed and configured File Sharing on your MXLinux system.
Conclusion
In this tutorial, we have guided you on how to install File Sharing on MXLinux Latest. With File Sharing, you can easily share and download files with other users, without any centralized server.