Prosody is a lightweight and powerful XMPP server that supports various extensions and is easy to install and configure. This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing Prosody IM on macOS.
Before installing Prosody, you need to ensure that your macOS environment meets the following requirements:
Follow the steps below to install Prosody on macOS:
brew install prosody
This step will complete the installation automatically. Sit back and wait for the installation to complete.
After the installation completes, start the Prosody server by running the following command:
prosodyctl start
Now the Prosody should be working on your macOS device.
Follow the steps below to configure Prosody on your macOS device:
cd /usr/local/etc/prosody/
prosody.cfg.lua file with any text editor of your choice such as vim, nano, or sublime.sudo vim prosody.cfg.lua
-- define host
VirtualHost "example.com"
-- admin user
admins = { "admin@example.com" }```
4. Save the file and exit the text editor.
5. Restart Prosody so that the new configuration takes effect by running the following command:
```prosodyctl restart```
That’s it! Your Prosody server is now ready for use on your macOS device.
## Conclusion
In this tutorial, we have provided you with an easy-to-follow guide on how to install Prosody on macOS. If you experience any difficulties during the installation or configuration process, please consult the Prosody documentation, which provides a comprehensive manual on how to use the server.
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