How to Install ImageStore on NetBSD

In this tutorial, we will learn how to install ImageStore on NetBSD. ImageStore is an open-source media server that allows you to manage and share your media files. ImageStore has a built-in web interface that makes it easy to upload, organize, and share your photos, videos, and music.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, you must have NetBSD installed on your system. If you don't have it already, you can download it from https://www.netbsd.org/download/.

You will also need root access to install and configure ImageStore.

Step 1: Install Dependencies

ImageStore has several dependencies that you need to install before you can install ImageStore. To install the dependencies, enter the following command in your terminal:

pkgin install git gmake libtool libexif libgphoto2 libsqlite3 openssh freetype2 fontconfig libiconv

Step 2: Clone the ImageStore Repository

To download ImageStore from GitHub, you need to clone the ImageStore repository. Run the following command to clone the ImageStore repository:

git clone https://github.com/gregordr/ImageStore.git

Step 3: Build and Install ImageStore

Now, we are going to build and install ImageStore. Go to the ImageStore directory by running the following command:

cd ImageStore

Then, run the following command to build and install ImageStore:

./autogen.sh && ./configure && gmake
sudo gmake install

Step 4: Configure ImageStore

After installing ImageStore, we need to configure it to suit our needs. The configuration file is located in /usr/local/etc/ImageStore/ImageStore.conf. To edit the configuration file, enter the following command:

sudo vi /usr/local/etc/ImageStore/ImageStore.conf

Change the values for ListenAddress, ServerName, WebPath, and DatabasePath to suit your needs. Save and close the file.

Step 5: Start ImageStore

Now, we are ready to start ImageStore. To start ImageStore, run the following command:

sudo /usr/local/sbin/ImageStore start

You can verify that ImageStore is running by going to your web browser and accessing http://localhost:8080.

Conclusion

Congratulations, you have successfully installed ImageStore on NetBSD. You can now manage and share your media files with ImageStore.

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