Snikket is a free and open-source XMPP server that allows you to create your own chat platform. In this tutorial, we will show how to install Snikket on Linux Mint.
Before installing Snikket, ensure that your Linux Mint is updated with the latest software packages, dependencies, and security patches. To do so, use the following command:
sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get upgrade -y
Snikket requires some dependencies to be installed on your system. Use the following command to install them:
sudo apt-get install -y wget apt-transport-https gnupg2
You can download the necessary installer script for Snikket from its official website as follows:
wget https://snikket.org/install.sh
After downloading, run the following command to install Snikket:
sudo bash install.sh
The script will guide you through the installation process of Snikket. Choose the necessary options when prompted.
When Snikket is installed, you can use the following command to configure it:
sudo snikket configure
The configuration utility will guide you through the process of setting up your domain, certificates, and administrative user.
Use the following command to start the Snikket server:
sudo snikket start
Now your Snikket server is up and running. You can access the administration dashboard at https://[your-domain]/admin and the XMPP client at https://[your-domain]/.
That’s it! You have successfully installed and configured Snikket on Linux Mint. Enjoy the benefits of having your own chat platform powered by XMPP.
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