Kazoo is an open-source Cloud-based PBX platform that can be used to manage all of your calling needs. If you're interested in installing Kazoo on your Elementary OS Latest computer, this guide will provide step-by-step instructions to get you started.
Before we get started with the installation, make sure your Elementary OS Latest system is up-to-date and meets the following requirements:
It's also recommended that you have a stable internet connection to ensure a smooth installation process.
Before installing Kazoo, you need to install some required dependencies. Open the Terminal on your Elementary OS system by pressing CTRL + ALT + T or by searching for it in the Applications menu.
Once the terminal is open, run the following command to update your system's package list:
$ sudo apt update
This will download the latest information about available packages from the official Ubuntu repositories.
Next, run the following command to install the required dependencies:
$ sudo apt install -y python python-dev python-setuptools python-pip git npm
This will install Python, Git, and the required packages for Kazoo.
After installing the required dependencies, you need to clone the Kazoo repository from GitHub. Run the following command to clone the Kazoo repository:
$ git clone https://github.com/2600hz/kazoo.git
This will create a new directory called kazoo in your current working directory that contains the Kazoo source code.
Next, navigate to the kazoo directory by running the following command:
$ cd kazoo
Now, run the following command to install Kazoo:
$ sudo make
This will start the installation process and install all required components of Kazoo.
Once the installation is complete, you can start Kazoo by running the following command:
$ sudo make run
This will start the Kazoo platform and you can access it by opening your web browser and navigating to http://localhost:8000.
You now know how to install Kazoo on your Elementary OS Latest machine. You can now use this powerful platform to manage all of your calling needs. If you face any issues during the installation process, you can refer to the official Kazoo documentation for further assistance.
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