How to Install Xsrv on FreeBSD Latest

Xsrv is an X11 server for Windows that allows you to run graphical Linux applications on a Windows desktop. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing Xsrv on FreeBSD Latest.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, please ensure that you have the following:

• A machine running FreeBSD Latest
• Superuser privileges or access to the sudo command
• Internet connectivity

Installation

1. Open a terminal on your FreeBSD machine.

2. Install the necessary dependencies by running the following command:

sudo pkg install git x11-servers/xorg-server

3. Clone the xsrv Github repository by running the following command:

git clone https://github.com/nitrokey/xsrv.git

4. Navigate to the xsrv directory by running the following command:

cd xsrv

5. Compile the xsrv binary by running the following command:

make

6. Install xsrv by running the following command:

sudo make install

7. Test the installation by running the following command:

xsrv

8. If everything has been installed correctly, you should see a black window with an xterm prompt. You can now run graphical Linux applications on your FreeBSD machine!

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Xsrv on FreeBSD Latest. You can now use Xsrv to run graphical Linux applications on your Windows desktop. If you encounter any issues during the installation, please consult the xsrv documentation or the FreeBSD community for support.

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