How to install xBrowserSync on NetBSD

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing xBrowserSync on NetBSD.

Prerequisites

Before starting the installation process, you need to have the following prerequisites:

• A NetBSD system
• A web browser installed on NetBSD
• Internet connectivity

Step 1: Install dependencies

You need to install some dependencies before installing xBrowserSync. Open your terminal and run the following command:

pkg_add npm nodejs

This command will install the npm and nodejs packages required for xBrowserSync.

Step 2: Download xBrowserSync

Download xBrowserSync from the official website (https://www.xbrowsersync.org/) or using the following command:

curl -o- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/xBrowserSync/xBrowserSync/master/tools/install-nix.sh | bash

This command will download and install xBrowserSync on your NetBSD machine.

Step 3: Configure and start xBrowserSync

After the download is complete, edit the file config.yaml to configure xBrowserSync according to your preferences. You can also configure the xBrowserSync server settings by editing the file server.yaml.

Once configured, start xBrowserSync by running the following command:

npm start

This command will start xBrowserSync, and you will be able to access it in your web browser at http://localhost:port (port being the port number specified in your configuration file).

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed xBrowserSync on your NetBSD machine. You can now start synchronizing your bookmarks, history, tabs, and more across multiple devices using xBrowserSync.