How to Install PicoShare on OpenBSD

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing PicoShare on OpenBSD. PicoShare is a simple and lightweight file-sharing service that allows users to upload and share files over the internet.

Prerequisites

Before we proceed, make sure your system meets the following requirements:

• OpenBSD installed
• Superuser (root) access

Step 1: Install Required Dependencies

PicoShare requires Node.js to run. OpenBSD uses the pkg_add command to install packages.

First, update the package repository:

# pkg_add -U

Then install Node.js:

# pkg_add node

Step 2: Download PicoShare

Next, download the latest version of PicoShare from its GitHub repository using the git command:

# git clone https://github.com/naggie/picoshare.git

This will create a picoshare directory in your current working directory.

Step 3: Configure PicoShare

Before running PicoShare, you need to configure it. Change into the picoshare directory and open the config.js file:

# cd picoshare
# vi config.js

Configure the config.js file to suit your needs. You can change the port number, username, password, and upload directory.

Step 4: Run PicoShare

Now that PicoShare is configured, you can start it by running the following command:

# node main.js

This will start PicoShare on the configured port. You can access it by navigating to http://localhost:<port> in your web browser.

Note: If you want to run PicoShare in the background, use a process manager like pm2.

Step 5: Configure Firewall

By default, OpenBSD blocks incoming connections from outside the computer. You need to configure your firewall to allow connections to your PicoShare server.

If you are running pf firewall, add the following rule to your pf.conf configuration file:

pass in proto tcp from any to any port <port>

Replace <port> with the port number you configured in Step 3.

Conclusion

You have successfully installed PicoShare on OpenBSD. You can now upload and share files over the internet using PicoShare. Enjoy!