How to Install Domoticz on NetBSD

Domoticz is an open-source home automation system that allows you to control your smart home devices through a web browser or mobile app. It is compatible with a wide range of devices and can be easily installed on NetBSD.

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps to install Domoticz on NetBSD.

Prerequisites

Before you start, make sure you have the following:

• A NetBSD machine with root access.
• An internet connection.

Step 1: Install Required Packages

The first step is to install the required packages for running Domoticz on NetBSD. Open a terminal window and enter the following command to install the packages:

pkgin update
pkgin install gcc-compiler gmake cmake libusb-compat-dev libcurl-devel openssl-devel

Step 2: Download Domoticz

Now we need to download Domoticz. Open a browser and navigate to the Domoticz website (https://www.domoticz.com/). Click on the Download button on the homepage.

Choose the appropriate version of Domoticz for NetBSD and download it.

Step 3: Extract Domoticz

After downloading the Domoticz package, move it to the appropriate directory (e.g., /usr/local/src) and extract it using the following command:

tar -xvf domoticz.tar.gz

Step 4: Compile Domoticz

Once Domoticz is extracted, navigate to the Domoticz directory and compile it using the following commands:

cd domoticz
mkdir build
cd build
cmake ..
make

This will compile Domoticz and create the necessary files.

Step 5: Run Domoticz

Once Domoticz is compiled, you can run it using the following command:

./domoticz

You should now see the Domoticz logo and the message "Domoticz running on port 8080".

Conclusion

You have successfully installed Domoticz on NetBSD. You can now control your smart home devices using Domoticz through a web browser or mobile app.

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