Snapdrop is a web-based tool that allows you to easily transfer files between devices on the same network. In this tutorial, we will guide you on how to install Snapdrop on nixOS Latest using a few simple steps.
Before we start installing Snapdrop, it is recommended to update your system by running the following command:
sudo nix-channel --update
sudo nixos-rebuild switch
This will ensure that your system is up-to-date and any security vulnerabilities are patched.
To install Snapdrop on nixOS Latest, you need to add the Snapdrop package to your system. You can do this by adding the following code to your /etc/nixos/configuration.nix file:
environment.systemPackages = with pkgs; [
snapdrop
];
This code will ensure that the Snapdrop package is installed on your system whenever you run sudo nixos-rebuild switch.
After you have installed Snapdrop, you need to enable its service by running the following command:
sudo systemctl enable snapdrop
This will ensure that the Snapdrop service starts automatically whenever you boot your system.
Now that you have installed and enabled Snapdrop, you can access it by opening your web browser and navigating to https://snapdrop.net/.
Snapdrop is now installed and ready to use on your nixOS Latest system. Enjoy fast and easy file transfers between devices on your network!
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