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Internet Of Things (IOT) integration with Linux using MQTT

  • 2024.11.0
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LNXlink is a Linux companion app that seamlessly integrates your system with external applications like Home Assistant. It uses MQTT, a lightweight messaging protocol, to enable real-time data exchange and remote control capabilities.

With LNXlink, you can monitor your Linux machine's performance, execute commands remotely, and integrate it into your smart home ecosystem for centralized management.

Key Features

  • Sensor Monitoring: Automatically or manually expose sensors that monitor and control the system remotely.
  • Home Assistant: Utilizes MQTT Autodiscovery to create entities in Home Assistant dashboard.
  • Easy Installation: No sudo privileges required for installation and operation, except for server environments.
  • Expandable Architecture: Automatically imports new modules and allows for the addition of custom modules.

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To get started with LNXlink, follow these simple steps:

  • Download the LNXlink application and install it on your Linux machine: pipx install lnxlink
  • Follow the configuration instructions to setup LNXlink: lnxlink -c lnxlink.yaml
  • Install and configure on Home Assistant the hass-mqtt-mediaplayer integration.
  • Enjoy real-time monitoring and control of your Linux machine from your Home Assistant dashboard.

For detailed installation instructions, please refer to the documentation page: bkbilly.gitbook.io/lnxlink.

Benefits

  • Cross-Platform Compatibility: Runs on any Linux distribution, providing flexibility and wide-ranging compatibility.
  • Enhanced System Insights: Gain real-time insights into your Linux machine's performance by monitoring essential system metrics.
  • Remote Command Execution: Execute arbitrary commands directly from your Home Assistant dashboard, granting remote control over your Linux machine.
  • Seamless Integration with Home Assistant: Integrate your Linux machine into your smart home ecosystem for unified control and monitoring.
  • Automate tasks: Set up automated tasks to perform repetitive actions and save yourself time and effort.

To contribute to the development of LNXlink, you can sponsor the project through GitHub Sponsors or PayPal. Your support will help maintain the project, add new features, and fix bugs.

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