This video provides a complete, step-by-step guide to installing FreeBSD 14.2, from downloading to configuring your system. Perfect for beginners ready to explore this powerful operating system. Welcome to TECHMIMIC. Monkey see, monkey do! View, imitate, replicate. You have an issue to fix, you found us, we tell you how to fix it. Boom! TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:09 Setting the scene 01:09 Step 1: Downloading FreeBSD 02:01 Step 2: Creating Installation Media 03:02 Step 3: Booting from USB 03:34 Step 4: Starting the Installer 04:20 Step 5: Selecting the Keyboard Layout 04:52 Step 6: Set the hostname 05:02 Step 7: Distribution Select 06:17 Step 8: Partitioning the disk 07:34 Step 9: Setting Up the Base System 07:57 Step 10: Set password for the root account 08:14 Step 11: Setup networking 09:06 Step 12: Configure time and date 09:46 Step 13: Choose services to be started at boot 10:02 Step 14: System Hardening 10:16 Step 15: Firmware Installation 10:41 Step 16: Add User Account 11:47 Step 17: Final Configuration 12:41 Step 18: First Boot 13:09 Step 19: Update the system to the latest packages 14:22 Step 20: Success! LINKS How to install FREEBSD 14.3 (Step-by-Step) How to install FREEBSD 14.1 (Step-by-Step) How to UPGRADE to a new VERSION in FREEBSD (14.1 to 14.2) How to configure and use SU / WHEEL and SUDO in FREEBSD How to configure NVIDIA graphics in FREEBSD How to configure WIRELESS networking on FREEBSD (WIFI / Wi-Fi) How to login as ROOT via SSH on FREEBSD How to install GNOME on FREEBSD How to install KDE on FREEBSD How to install XFCE on FREEBSD How to install CINNAMON on FREEBSD How to FIX your MOUSE pointer in FREEBSD in a Virtual Machine on QEMU/Virtualbox: Watch the FreeBSD and GhostBSD Playlist SUPPORT Support the channel with a cup of coffee Or a YouTube "Super Thanks", which directly supports the channel and will be visible to all in the comments! DISCLAIMER The instructions in this video are for informational purposes only. Follow these steps at your own risk. TECHMIMIC cannot be held responsible for any data loss, damage, or issues that may arise. Always back up your data before making any changes. #howto #tutorial #freebsd #freebsd14 #freebsd142 #install #stepbystep #complete #fromscratch