To install Internet-in-a-Box (IIAB) use download.iiab.io for the very latest — or try a fast-installing Raspberry Pi image!
An IIAB can be built using an old laptop or PC, but more commonly is built using a “$35” Raspberry Pi computer:
Read about IIAB Architecture for a high-level system view.
See IIAB Platforms for more OS and hardware choices, as well as the partitioning scheme.
IIAB Networking summarizes common network setups/topologies, TCP/UDP ports, the firewall (iptables) and DNS.
After installing IIAB, use its Admin Console (http://box.lan/admin) to install additional server apps, download content and arrange a friendly home page (http://box.lan) for your entire community — as outlined in IIAB Menuing.
Most IIAB implementers will also then want to install IIAB Maps, as suitable for their region or continent.
Finally, see our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ.IIAB.IO) to get up-to-date on the very latest techniques, towards building your very own powerful digital library!
Consider also IIAB’s global community videos and [@internet_in_box](https://twitter.com/internet_in_box) updates. (Please get in touch if you have ideas for helpful Internet-in-a-Box videos that can be added to this collection!)
Internet-in-a-Box is a global community project that emerged from One Laptop Per Child, and greatly welcomes contributors from all corners of the planet.