How to Install QuakeJS on NetBSD

QuakeJS is a web-based online multiplayer game that can be run on various platforms including NetBSD. In this tutorial, we will go through the steps to install QuakeJS on NetBSD.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, you must have the following prerequisites:

• A NetBSD system
• An internet connection
• Root access

Installing QuakeJS

1. First, we need to install some dependencies on the system. Open the terminal and run the following command:

pkgin update
pkgin install nodejs npm

2. Next, clone the QuakeJS repository into a directory of your choice by running the following command:

git clone https://github.com/begleysm/quakejs.git

3. Change directory to the cloned QuakeJS repository:

cd quakejs/

4. Install the required Node.js modules by running the following command:

npm install

5. Once the installation is complete, start the QuakeJS server by running the following command:

node app.js

6. The server will start listening on port 27960. You can access the game by opening a web browser and navigating to http://<your_ip_address>:27960.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed QuakeJS on NetBSD. You can now enjoy the game with other players online.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have learned how to install QuakeJS on NetBSD. If you encountered any issues during the installation, you can refer to the official QuakeJS documentation or seek help from the NetBSD community.

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