How to Configure Hosting for SoX
SoX is software that can convert audio files into other audio file types. It can also be used for filters and sound effects during conversations. If you have an application that required SoX to operate. You can configure hosting for SoX.
Note: This requires SSH access. Learn more about how to request SSH access before you install SoX.
SoX Binaries Installation
First, proceed to https://sourceforge.net/projects/sox/ and download a build of the software, for instance, sox-XX.XX.XX.tar.gz. Make sure you have SSH enabled for your hosting account. FTP the file to the root of your FTP account.
Execute the commands below:
> tar -xfvz sox-12.17.9.tar.gz
> cd sox-12.17.9
After you have done this, you may compile and build:
> ./configure ; make
After the binaries of the application are made:
> cd src
> mkdir ../../public_html/sox
> cp -v sox soxmix tests.sh testall.sh play play.in ../../public_html/sox/
and now your domain.com/sox/ contains the program files you need.
Summary
SoX can be used to convert your audio files into different formats and apply sound effects or filters during conversations. To configure hosting for SoX, you will need SSH access. You must download SoX and follow a series of commands so the program files are found in a directory accessible via your domain.
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