How to Install Etebase (EteSync) on NetBSD

Etebase is a privacy-focused backend for online applications. It allows users to store and sync their data securely in the cloud. In this tutorial, we will show you how to install Etebase on NetBSD.

Prerequisites

Before we start, make sure you have the following:

• A NetBSD system with root access
• A stable internet connection
• Basic knowledge of the Unix command line

Step 1 - Install Dependencies

Before installing Etebase, we need to install its dependencies. Open the terminal and run the following command:

sudo pkgin update && sudo pkgin install mbedtls libsodium

This will update the package repository and install the dependencies required by Etebase.

Step 2 - Download and Install Etebase

Now, we will download Etebase from their official website. Open the terminal and run the following command:

mkdir -p ~/etebase && cd ~/etebase
curl -sSL https://dl.etebase.com/cli/etebase-linux-x86_64.tar.gz | tar xz
sudo mv etebase /usr/local/bin/

This will create a directory named etebase in your home directory and download the Etebase binary archive. Then, it will extract the archive contents and move the etebase binary file to the /usr/local/bin directory.

Step 3 - Initialize Etebase

After installing Etebase, we need to initialize it. Run the following command in the terminal:

etebase setup

This will prompt you to enter your email and password for your EteSync account. If you don't have an account, you can sign up for free on their website.

Step 4 - Use Etebase

Now that we have installed and initialized Etebase, we can start using it. There are many applications that use Etebase as their backend, such as EteSync, EteSync Notes, and Etebase Tasks.

For example, if you want to use EteSync, open the terminal and run the following command:

etesync-gui

This will launch the EteSync GUI client, where you can start using your EteSync account.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have shown you how to install Etebase on NetBSD. With Etebase, you can keep your data safe and secure in the cloud. Now, you can start using Etebase with your favorite applications and enjoy the benefits of a privacy-focused backend.

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