How to Install Freenet on OpenBSD

Freenet is a decentralized network that allows users to anonymously share files, browse websites, and communicate with others. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to install Freenet on OpenBSD:

Prerequisites

• OpenBSD installed
• Internet connection
• Terminal access with root privileges

Step 1: Install OpenJDK 8

Freenet requires OpenJDK 8 to run. Run the following command to install OpenJDK 8:

$ sudo pkg_add openjdk-8

Step 2: Download Freenet

Download the latest version of Freenet from https://freenetproject.org/index.html.

$ wget https://github.com/freenet/fred/releases/download/build1506/freenet-build1506.jar

Step 3: Create a Freenet user

Create a new user account for running Freenet.

$ sudo /usr/sbin/useradd -m -s /bin/sh -d /var/freenet -c "Freenet Account" freenet-user

Step 4: Configure Firewall

If you are running an OpenBSD firewall, you will need to configure it to allow Freenet traffic. Open /etc/pf.conf using a text editor and add the following rules:

pass in quick on egress from any to freenet-user
pass out quick on egress from freenet-user to any

Then restart the firewall:

$ sudo pfctl -f /etc/pf.conf && sudo pfctl -e

Step 5: Start Freenet

As the Freenet user, start Freenet using the following command:

$ sudo -u freenet-user java -Xmx256m -jar freenet-build1506.jar

Step 6: Access Freenet

Open your web browser and go to http://127.0.0.1:8888 to access the Freenet web interface.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Freenet on OpenBSD.

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