How to Install Schleuder on OpenBSD

Schleuder is a mailing list manager known for its security and privacy features. This tutorial will guide you in installing Schleuder on OpenBSD.

Prerequisites

• OpenBSD installed
• sudo access

Installation

1. Update the system:

sudo syspatch
sudo pkg_add -u
sudo pkg_add ruby

2. Install Schleuder:

sudo pkg_add schleuder

3. Configure Schleuder:

Create a new GnuPG key:

sudo -u _schleuder sh -c 'gpg --gen-key'

Edit the Schleuder configuration file:

sudo -u _schleuder sh -c 'EDITOR=vim sle setupconfig'

Enter the following information:

• Choose the server port to run Schleuder on.
• Choose the directory where Schleuder's data files will be stored.
• Configure your email sending options.
• Specify the GnuPG key you created earlier.

4. Start the Schleuder daemon:

sudo rcctl enable schleuder
sudo rcctl set schleuder flags -D
sudo rcctl start schleuder

Conclusion

You have now successfully installed and configured Schleuder on OpenBSD. You can now create and manage your mailing lists using Schleuder's security and privacy features.

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