mStream is a free and open-source music streaming server that lets you stream and manage your own music collection. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing mStream on Elementary OS Latest using the command line.
Before you begin, ensure that you have the following:
Follow the steps outlined below to install mStream on Elementary OS Latest:
Open your terminal emulator by pressing Ctrl+Alt+t or searching for it in the applications menu.
Update your package list by running the following command:
sudo apt update
Install Node.js and npm by running the following command:
sudo apt install nodejs npm
Clone the mStream repository by running the following command:
git clone https://github.com/IrosTheBeggar/mStream.git
Change the directory to the mStream folder:
cd mStream
Install mStream server dependencies by running:
npm install
Start the mStream server by running:
npm start
Access the mStream web interface by opening your web browser and navigating to http://localhost:3000.
Note: If you're running mStream on a remote server, replace localhost with the server's IP address.
Set up your music library by clicking on the "Settings" icon and selecting "Music Library."
Add your music library by clicking on the "Add folder" button and selecting the folder where your music is stored.
In this tutorial, you learned how to install mStream on Elementary OS Latest using the command line. You also learned how to set up your music library and start streaming your music. Enjoy streaming!
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