gasm is a bare-metal i386 Gopher server designed for Linux systems. It is simple and allows users to host Gopher content with minimal setup. This application is tailored for those interested in retro computing and systems programming.
To run gasm, ensure your system meets the following requirements:
- A compatible Linux distribution.
- i386 architecture support.
- Basic network configuration to allow Gopher protocol access.
- Lightweight and minimalistic design.
- Supports i386 architecture for broad compatibility.
- User-friendly setup process for easy installation.
- Built specifically for Gopher protocol, emphasizing retro computing.
- No additional dependencies required for simpler operation.
To download gasm, visit the Releases page. Here you will find the latest version available for download. Follow these steps to install gasm:
- Click on the link above to go to the Releases page.
- Find the version you wish to download.
- Click on the download link for the appropriate file.
- Once downloaded, locate the file on your computer.
After downloading and extracting the files (if necessary), follow these steps to run the server:
- Open a terminal on your Linux system.
- Navigate to the directory where you extracted or saved gasm.
- Run the command
./gasmto start the server.
Now, your Gopher server is running! You can access it by entering gopher://localhost:70 into your Gopher client.
gasm is easy to use. Simply edit the configuration files to include your Gopher content. Here’s a quick guide on how to manage your Gopher server:
- Create a directory for your Gopher content.
- Add plain text files or links to other Gopher resources.
- Edit the configuration file located in the gasm directory to point to your content.
If you encounter issues or need assistance, please check the Issues section of the repository. Here you can see if others have similar questions or report any problems you find.
- Documentation: For detailed documentation, refer to the files included in your download.
- Community: Join the conversation and connect with other users interested in Gopher and retro computing topics through online forums and communities.
If you wish to contribute to gasm or have ideas for improvements, please feel free to submit a pull request. Your efforts to enhance this project are welcome and appreciated!
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Thank you for choosing gasm for your Gopher server needs! Enjoy exploring the world of Gopher with this lightweight application.