openhab

openhab is open-source software for automating a home. It is designed to work without being tied to a particular vendor or technology. This makes it suitable for users who want a platform-neutral foundation for home automation.

The software runs on Linux and is listed in MirrorNest under the system-tools category. It provides a web-based graphical interface for accessing the installation. The interface can use a port selected by the user, with HTTP using port 8080 by default and HTTPS using port 8443 by default. These port settings can be changed by the user.

The open-source license allows the software to be used and examined under the terms of that license. Its vendor- and technology-agnostic design is relevant to Linux users who need home automation software without a stated dependency on one manufacturer or technical approach. The available configuration guidance includes the openhab.help command for checking or adjusting port settings.

MirrorNest mirrors the official openhab build directly on its own storage. Before publication, the mirrored build is scanned for malware. This gives Linux users a catalog download that corresponds to the official build while adding MirrorNest’s storage and pre-publication scanning process.