OSCam is a popular open-source Conditional Access Module (CAM) software used for decrypting encrypted television signals. If you’re running CentOS and want to install OSCam, you can do so easily using the Snap Store. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you through the process.
1. Update your system:
Before installing any software, it’s always a good idea to update your system. Open the terminal and run the following command:
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sudo yum update
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2. Install Snapd:
Snapd is the package manager for snaps, which are self-contained applications that can be installed on various Linux distributions. To install Snapd, run the following command:
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sudo yum install snapd
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3. Enable and start the Snapd service:
To enable and start the Snapd service, run the following command:
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sudo systemctl enable –now snapd.socket
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4. Install OSCam:
Once Snapd is installed and running, you can install OSCam by running the following command:
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sudo snap install os-cam
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5. Configure OSCam:
After the installation is complete, you’ll need to configure OSCam to work with your specific setup. This involves editing the configuration file, which is located at `/var/snap/os-cam/current/oscam.conf`. You can use any text editor to make the necessary changes.
6. Start OSCam:
To start OSCam, run the following command:
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sudo snap start os-cam
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That’s it! You have successfully installed and configured OSCam on CentOS using the Snap Store. Now you can enjoy decrypting encrypted television signals with ease.