How to Install µStreamer on Linux Mint Latest

µStreamer is a simple and efficient way to stream video and audio from various sources on Linux-based systems. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing µStreamer on Linux Mint Latest.

Prerequisites

• A Linux Mint Latest installation with an Internet connection.
• A terminal emulator or access to the Linux Mint command-line interface.

Installation Steps

1. Open a terminal emulator or access the command line interface of your Linux Mint Latest installation.
2. Install the required dependencies by running the following command:

   sudo apt install build-essential git cmake libx264-dev libv4l-dev libvorbis-dev libasound2-dev
   

3. Clone the µStreamer repository from Github by running the following command:

   git clone https://github.com/pikvm/ustreamer.git
   

4. Navigate into the cloned repository directory by running the following command:

   cd ustreamer
   

5. Create a build directory by running the following command:

   mkdir build
   

6. Navigate into the build directory by running the following command:

   cd build
   

7. Generate the build configuration files by running the following command:

   cmake ..
   

8. Build the µStreamer executable by running the following command:

   make
   

9. Install µStreamer system-wide by running the following command:

   sudo make install
   

Testing the Installation

To test if µStreamer is installed correctly, run the following command:

ustreamer -h

This command should display the µStreamer help menu, which means the installation was successful.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have shown you how to install µStreamer on Linux Mint Latest. You can now stream video and audio from various sources using µStreamer on your Linux-based system.

If you want to self-host in an easy, hands free way, need an external IP address, or simply want your data in your own hands, give IPv6.rs a try!

Alternatively, for the best virtual desktop, try Shells!