Welcome to the world of Alfis, a lightweight blockchain-based identity system that doesn’t rely on cryptocurrencies. It allows users to manage an array of domain names efficiently. Let’s dive into how to get started with Alfis and troubleshoot any issues you may encounter along the way.

What Does Alfis Offer?

• A peer-to-peer synchronized database of domain names using blockchain technology for data integrity.
• A DNS server with caching capabilities, resolving domains from the database while forwarding regular DNS requests.
• Support for ten unique domain zones.
• A user-friendly graphical interface for domain management, or the option to run it as a command-line DNS server.

How Does Alfis Work?

Imagine a library that contains a collection of books (your domain names) organized into sections (the domain zones). Each book is sealed with a cryptographic lock (blockchain technology) ensuring that once a book is placed on the shelf, it cannot be altered without consent. Each library patron (node) communicates with each other to keep their shelves synchronized, ensuring everyone has access to the same books without confusion.

Building and Running Alfis

On Every Operating System

You can easily get started by downloading the pre-built binaries from the releases or building Alfis yourself using the following commands:

cargo build --release
cargo run --release

Without GUI Support

If you prefer a version without the graphical interface, use these commands:

cargo build --release --no-default-features

For a version without GUI but with DNS-over-HTTPS support, utilize:

cargo build --release --no-default-features --features=doh

Building on Different Platforms

Windows

For Windows users, stick to the MSVC version of Rust. If you encounter a missing VCRUNTIME140.dll error, install the VC Redistributable. To use the modern browser engine from Edge, build with:

cargo build --release --features edge

Linux

For Linux users, ensure you have the libwebkitgtk library installed using:

sudo apt install libwebkit2gtk-4.0-dev

Installation on Debian/Ubuntu

If you wish to run Alfis as a DNS daemon, you need to install the service and adjust your resolver settings:

1. Fetch and install the repository public key.
2. Add the repository path to your sources list.
3. Update your package list and install Alfis.
4. Enable and start the service.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

If you encounter issues such as a failure to start, it could be due to another DNS server occupying port 53. In such cases, you may need to shut down that service or change its configuration. Furthermore, if you’re struggling at any step or have questions about setting up Alfis, reach out for help or community support.

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Conclusion

At fxis.ai, we believe that such advancements are crucial for the future of AI, as they enable more comprehensive and effective solutions. Our team is continually exploring new methodologies to push the envelope in artificial intelligence, ensuring that our clients benefit from the latest technological innovations.