How to Install ZeroMQ on macOS

ZeroMQ is a lightweight, open-source messaging library that allows developers to create distributed applications quickly and efficiently. In this tutorial, we will show you how to install ZeroMQ on macOS.

Prerequisites

Before you start, ensure that you have the following software installed on your macOS machine:

Installing ZeroMQ

To install ZeroMQ on macOS, follow these simple steps:

  1. Open a terminal window.

  2. Type the following command to update Homebrew:

    brew update
    
  3. Type the following command to install ZeroMQ:

    brew install zmq
    
  4. Verify that ZeroMQ is installed by typing the following command:

    zmq-config --version
    

    If ZeroMQ is installed correctly, you should see the version number displayed in the terminal window.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed ZeroMQ on macOS. Now you can start using it to develop your distributed applications.

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