How to Install SocksBin on FreeBSD Latest

Objective: This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing SocksBin from GitHub repository on FreeBSD.

Prerequisites

Before you proceed with this tutorial, you need to have the following:

Step 1: Install Dependencies

Before we can install SocksBin, we need to install some dependencies that are required for the program to function properly. Run the following command to install the required libraries:

sudo pkg install libevent2 libconfuse

Step 2: Clone the Repository

We need to clone the Github repository where SocksBin is stored with the following command:

git clone https://github.com/magnumdingusedu/socksbin.git

You will see the SocksBin source code downloaded into your current working directory.

Step 3: Build & Install SocksBin

Next, we need to build and install SocksBin. Use the following commands to move into the socksbin directory and compile the program:

cd socksbin
make

Once the compilation is complete, run the following command to install the program:

sudo make install

Step 4: Configure SocksBin

Now that SocksBin is installed, we need to configure it. By default, the configuration file should be located at /usr/local/etc/socksbin.conf.

You can edit the configuration file to set the options that you need according to your preferences.

Step 5: Start SocksBin

Finally, we are ready to start SocksBin. Run the following command to start the program:

sudo service socksbin start

You can now connect to your SocksBin instance by specifying your configured IP and port.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have shown you how to install SocksBin on FreeBSD by cloning the repository, building, and installing the program. We have also demonstrated how to configure SocksBin and start it. If you have any issues or questions, please leave a comment below.

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