How to Install XBackBone on Windows 10

XBackBone is an open-source web application that is used for personal file sharing. In this tutorial, you will learn how to install XBackBone on Windows 10.

Prerequisites

Before you start the installation process, here are a few prerequisites that you need to have:

• Windows 10 operating system.
• An Internet connection.
• Node.js installed on your computer.

Step 1: Install Node.js

If you haven't installed Node.js yet, you can download it from the official website: https://nodejs.org/. Once you have downloaded the installer, double-click on it to start the installation process. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

Step 2: Download XBackBone

You can download the latest version of XBackBone from the official website: https://xbackbone.app/. Once you're on the website, click on the "Download" button to download the ZIP file.

Step 3: Extract the ZIP File

After downloading the ZIP file, extract it to a convenient location on your computer.

Step 4: Install Dependencies

Before running XBackBone, you need to install its dependencies. Open the command prompt, and navigate to the extracted folder. Run the following command:

npm install

This will install all the necessary dependencies.

Step 5: Configure XBackBone

After installing the dependencies, you need to configure XBackBone. Open the .env file, and enter the following details:

PORT=3000
PASSWORD=some_password
DATABASE_URL=sqlite:///.data/xbackbone.db

You can change the port number and password as per your requirements. Leave the DATABASE_URL as it is.

Step 6: Run XBackBone

To run XBackBone, open the command prompt, and navigate to the extracted folder. Run the following command:

npm start

This will start the XBackBone server. You should see the following message:

Listening on http://localhost:3000

Step 7: Access XBackBone

Once the server starts, open your favorite web browser, and go to the following URL:

http://localhost:3000

You should see the XBackBone login screen. Enter the password you set in the .env file, and click on the "Login" button. You should now be able to access your personal file sharing dashboard.

Conclusion

That's it! You have successfully installed XBackBone on your Windows 10 computer. You can now start using XBackBone for personal file sharing.

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