How to Install LeapChat on NetBSD

LeapChat is an open-source chat client that offers end-to-end encryption and other security features. Here's how you can install it on NetBSD:

1. Prerequisites

• NetBSD installed on your computer.
• Root access to the system.
• Internet connection.

2. Install Dependencies

First, we need to install some dependencies required by LeapChat. To do this, execute the following command in the terminal:

pkgin install git gmake pkg-config openssl libmbedtls

3. Clone the Repository

Next, clone the LeapChat repository using the Git command:

git clone https://git.leap.chat/leap/chat.git

4. Build LeapChat

Navigate to the cloned directory and execute the following commands to build LeapChat:

cd chat
gmake

5. Install LeapChat

Once the build is complete, you can install LeapChat by running the following command:

gmake install

6. Run LeapChat

Finally, you can run LeapChat by executing the following command:

leapchat

This will launch LeapChat, and you can start using the app for secure communication.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, you learned how to install LeapChat on NetBSD. LeapChat provides secure communication features, and it's a great choice for anyone looking for an encrypted chat client. With this installation process, you can easily use LeapChat on your NetBSD system.

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