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# mstdn-ebooks
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**Lynnear Edition**
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This version makes quite a few changes from [the original](https://github.com/Jess3Jane/mastodon-ebooks), such as:
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- Non-Markov stuff
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- Stores toots in a sqlite database rather than a text file
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  - Doesn't unnecessarily redownload all toots every time
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## FediBooks
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Before you use mstdn-ebooks to create your own ebooks bot, I recommend checking out [FediBooks](https://fedibooks.com). Compared to mstdn-ebooks, FediBooks offers a few advantages:
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- Hosted and maintained by someone else - you don't have to worry about updating, keeping the computer on, etc
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- No installation required
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- A nice UI for managing your bot(s)
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- Easy configuration
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However, there are still a few reasons you might want to use mstdn-ebooks instead:
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- Your data stays local to your machine
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- More customisation potential - you can edit mstdn-ebooks to add functionality
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- Replying more (in)frequently than FediBooks allows
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Like mstdn-ebooks, FediBooks is free, both as in free of charge and free to modify, self-host, and more.
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## Install/usage guide
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An installation and usage guide is available [here](https://cloud.lynnesbian.space/s/jozbRi69t4TpD95). It's primarily targeted at Linux, but it should be possible on BSD, macOS, etc. I've also put some effort into providing steps for Windows, but I can't make any guarantees as to its effectiveness.
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