How to Install Owncast on NetBSD

Owncast is a free and open-source live streaming server that allows users to host their own live streams. It is developed using the Go programming language and provides a simple and easy to use interface. In this tutorial, we are going to guide you on how to install Owncast on NetBSD.

Prerequisites

Before you start with the installation process, make sure you have the following prerequisites:

• A user account with root privileges.
• A running NetBSD operating system.
• A stable internet connection.
• Basic knowledge of the terminal commands.

Step 1: Install Dependencies

To start with the installation, you need to make sure that your system is up-to-date and all necessary dependencies are installed on your system. To install dependencies, run the following command:

pkgin update && pkgin full-upgrade

Next, you need to Install build dependencies using the following command:

pkgin install curl git go gcc

Step 2: Download and Install Owncast

Now, you need to download and install Owncast on your NetBSD system. Follow the given steps:

1. First, you need to clone the Owncast repository using the following command:

git clone https://github.com/owncast/owncast.git

2. Navigate to the Owncast directory using the following command:

cd owncast

3. Build the Owncast software by executing the following command:

go build

Step 3: Configure Owncast

After the installation of Owncast, now, you need to configure it for use. Follow the given steps:

1. Create a configuration file named config.yaml using the following command:

cp config_example.yaml config.yaml

2. Edit the config.yaml file using your favorite text editor:

nano config.yaml

3. In the configuration file, make changes to the following values:

• Replace the admin_username and admin_password values with your preferred username and password.
• Add your email address to the admin_email field.
• Set the hostname value to your domain name or IP address.

4. Save and exit the configuration file.

Step 4: Launch Owncast

Now, you can start the Owncast server by running the following command:

./owncast

Once the server is running, you can access it through your web browser by visiting http://<your-server-address>:8080.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed and configured Owncast on your NetBSD system. You can now start streaming your live events.

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