How to Install ShellHub on Void Linux

In this tutorial, we will be discussing the steps to install ShellHub on Void Linux. ShellHub is a modern SSH server for remotely managing Linux servers behind firewalls without needing to use a VPN. It is an open-source tool that simplifies remote access to servers and provides comprehensive security auditing.

Before we proceed with the installation, let's make sure your system is up-to-date.

Step 1: Update System

Open your terminal, and run the following command to update your Void Linux system:

sudo xbps-install -Suv

This command will update the package repository and upgrade all the installed packages to their latest versions.

Step 2: Install Necessary Dependencies

Next, we need to install the required dependencies for ShellHub. Run the following command to install them:

sudo xbps-install -S openssl git make gcc pkg-config libssh-dev libssh2-dev

Step 3: Clone ShellHub Repository

We will now clone the ShellHub repository and move to the directory:

git clone https://github.com/shellhub-io/shellhub.git
cd shellhub

Step 4: Build and Install ShellHub

Now, use the following command to build and install ShellHub on Void Linux:

make
sudo make install

Step 5: Start and Enable ShellHub service

Finally, start and enable the ShellHub service using the following command:

sudo ln -s /etc/sv/shellhub /var/service/

This will start and enable ShellHub service on your system.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed ShellHub on your Void Linux system. You can now remotely access your servers using the modern SSH server provided by ShellHub.

If you face any issues while installing ShellHub, please feel free to visit their official documentation.

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