NZBGet Chromebook Setup Guide for Newshosting Users
This guide walks through setting up NZBGet on a Chromebook using Newshosting. With full support for secure connections and automation tools, NZBGet is a fast and efficient Usenet client compatible with ChromeOS through Linux.
Step 1: Enable Linux (Beta) on Chromebook
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Open Chromebook Settings.
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Scroll to "Developers" and turn on Linux (Beta).
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Allocate disk space and install the Linux container.
Step 2: Install NZBGet
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Open the Linux Terminal.
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Run the following commands:
sudo apt update sudo apt install nzbget
Step 3: Launch NZBGet
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In the terminal, type
nzbget -D
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Access the NZBGet Web interface at:
http://localhost:6789
Step 4: Configure NZBGet for Newshosting
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In the Web interface, go to Settings > News-Servers.
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Input your Newshosting server address, username, and password.
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Enable SSL (Port 563).
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Set the maximum number of connections to match your Newshosting plan.
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Save and restart NZBGet.
Next Steps
Link NZBGet to a Usenet Indexer or automation tools for a streamlined experience.