How to Install OS.js on macOS

Introduction

OS.js is an open-source operating system for web applications. It allows you to run applications from your browser in a desktop-like environment. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the installation process of OS.js on a macOS system.

Prerequisites

Before proceeding with the installation process, make sure you have the following prerequisites:

• A macOS system with administrative access.
• Node.js and npm installed on your system.

Steps

1. Open the terminal on your macOS system.

2. Install the OS.js CLI tool using the following command:

sudo npm install -g @osjs/cli

3. Create a new OS.js instance using the CLI tool:

osjs run

4. Follow the installation instructions displayed on the terminal.

5. Once the installation is complete, access the OS.js web interface by opening the following URL in your browser:

http://localhost:8000

6. You will be prompted to log in using your GitHub, Google, or GitLab account. If you don't have an account, you can sign up for free on any of these platforms.

7. Once you're logged in, you can start using OS.js and run applications from the web interface.

8. In case you want to run OS.js without using the CLI tool, you can download the source code from the official OS.js website and run it on a local server.

Conclusion

Installing OS.js on a macOS system is a straightforward process. By following the steps outlined in this tutorial, you can easily set up an OS.js instance and start running applications from your browser.

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