In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing Snikket on Windows 10. Snikket is a free and open-source XMPP-based messaging system that can be self-hosted.
Before we proceed, make sure you have the following:
The first step of installing Snikket is to download and install Python 3.9. You can download this from the official website here. Make sure to add Python to your system PATH during the installation process.
Next, download the Snikket installer from the official website here. Save it in a convenient location on your computer.
Open a command prompt or terminal window and navigate to the location where you saved the Snikket installer.
Run the following command to install Snikket:
python -m snikket_server.win_installer install
The Snikket installer will prompt you to enter the email address that you want to use for your Snikket account. Enter your email address and press Enter.
The installer will then ask you for a domain name. You can either use the default domain name suggested by the installer or enter your own domain name. If you are running Snikket on your local machine for testing purposes, you can use the default domain name.
After you enter the domain name, Snikket will generate a configuration file for you. You can review the configuration file and make any necessary changes.
Once you are satisfied with the configuration file, the installer will ask you to create a new account. Enter a username and password for your new Snikket account.
The installer will then proceed to install Snikket on your computer. This may take a few minutes, depending on your internet speed and computer hardware.
After the installation is complete, the Snikket installer will provide you with instructions on how to access your new Snikket account. Follow the instructions to log in and start using Snikket!
Congratulations! You have successfully installed Snikket on your Windows 10 machine using the installer. You can now chat with your friends and colleagues securely and privately. If you encounter any issues during the installation process, refer to the official Snikket documentation for help.
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