How to Install LeoFS on Ubuntu Server

LeoFS (Leo File System) is an open-source, distributed object storage system that enables scalable and reliable storage for big data. This tutorial demonstrates how to install LeoFS on Ubuntu Server, the latest version.

Prerequisites

Before installing LeoFS, make sure you have the following prerequisites:

  • Ubuntu Server 20.04 LTS or later version
  • A user account with sudo privileges
  • The wget command-line utility installed (sudo apt-get install wget)

Step-by-Step Guide

Follow the steps below to install LeoFS on your Ubuntu Server:

1. Update Ubuntu

Start by updating your Ubuntu server by running the following command:

sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get upgrade

2. Install Erlang

LeoFS requires the Erlang programming language environment to be installed on your Ubuntu server. Run the following command to install Erlang:

sudo apt-get install erlang

3. Download LeoFS

You can download the latest version of LeoFS from the official website. Run the following command to download the tarball:

wget https://github.com/leo-project/leo_storage/archive/v1.5.1.tar.gz

This command downloads LeoFS version 1.5.1. You can check for the latest version by visiting the official website.

4. Extract LeoFS

Extract the tarball by running the following command:

tar -zxvf v1.5.1.tar.gz

5. Install LeoFS

Navigate to the extracted directory by running the following command:

cd leo_storage-1.5.1/

Run the following command to install LeoFS:

make
sudo make install

6. Start LeoFS

Use the following commands to start LeoFS:

sudo service leo_gateway start
sudo service leo_storage start
sudo service leo_manager start

Congratulations! You have successfully installed LeoFS on your Ubuntu Server.

Conclusion

LeoFS is a reliable and scalable object storage system that can help you manage big data. In this tutorial, you learned how to install LeoFS on your Ubuntu Server by following a step-by-step guide. The process involved downloading and extracting the tarball, installing Erlang, and starting LeoFS services. Enjoy the benefits of the system and enjoy managing your big data!