How to Install DockSTARTer on FreeBSD Latest

DockSTARTer is a lightweight software to make running Docker containers more efficient and organized. This tutorial will guide you on how to install DockSTARTer on FreeBSD Latest.

Prerequisites

Before proceeding with the installation process, please make sure that you have:

Step 1: Clone the DockSTARTer Repository

The first step is to clone the DockSTARTer repository from GitHub. To do this, open the terminal and run the following command:

git clone https://github.com/GhostWriters/DockSTARTer.git ~/DockSTARTer

This will clone the DockSTARTer repository into the ~/DockSTARTer directory.

Step 2: Modify User Permissions and Ownership

In this step, you need to modify the user permissions and ownership of the ~/DockSTARTer directory. Run the following command:

sudo chown -R $(whoami):$(whoami) ~/DockSTARTer

This command will give the current user ownership of the ~/DockSTARTer directory.

Step 3: Run the DockSTARTer Setup Script

Once you have completed the above steps, navigate to the ~/DockSTARTer directory and run the setup script:

cd ~/DockSTARTer
./main.sh -i

The -i flag will install DockSTARTer and start the setup process.

Step 4: Follow the DockSTARTer Setup Wizard

The setup wizard will guide you through the DockSTARTer installation process. Follow the instructions to configure the default settings and install the required dependencies.

Step 5: Start Using DockSTARTer

After completing the setup process, you can start using DockSTARTer to manage your Docker containers. To launch DockSTARTer, run the following command:

cd ~/DockSTARTer
./main.sh

You will see a menu with various options for managing your Docker containers.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed DockSTARTer on FreeBSD Latest. You can now start using this lightweight tool to manage your Docker containers and make running them more efficient and organized.

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