What is Broadcast Using This Tool?
Shoutcast and Icecast streaming client
Install with Homebrew
brew install --cask buttHow to Install Broadcast Using This Tool on Mac
Follow these steps to install Broadcast Using This Tool using Homebrew, the most popular package manager for macOS. This works on both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) and Intel Macs.
- 1
Open Terminal
Launch Terminal from your Applications > Utilities folder, or press Cmd + Space and type "Terminal".
- 2
Install Homebrew
If you don't have Homebrew yet, paste the install script from brew.sh into Terminal and follow the prompts.
- 3
Run
brew install --cask buttPaste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:
brew install --cask butt - 4
Verify Installation
Run `brew list` to confirm butt is installed, then try `butt --version` to check the version number.
- 5
Launch Broadcast Using This Tool
Run `butt` in your Terminal to start using it.
Troubleshooting
- • If you see a permission error, try prefixing the command with
sudo. - • If Homebrew can't find the package, run
brew updatefirst to refresh the package list. - • On Apple Silicon Macs, make sure Homebrew is installed at
/opt/homebrew(the default for M-series chips).
Key Features
Easy installation via Homebrew
Regular updates and maintenance
Free to use
Professional support available
Pros
- Simple one-command installation
- Well-maintained and regularly updated
- Completely free to use
Cons
- Requires Homebrew to be installed
- macOS only
Frequently Asked Questions about Broadcast Using This Tool
How do I install Broadcast Using This Tool on Mac?
Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run
brew install --cask butt. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run butt from Terminal.Is Broadcast Using This Tool free?
Yes, Broadcast Using This Tool is completely free to use.
How do I uninstall Broadcast Using This Tool?
Open Terminal and run
brew uninstall --cask butt. Homebrew will remove Broadcast Using This Tool and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running brew list.What are alternatives to Broadcast Using This Tool?
There are several media & entertainment apps available for macOS. Browse the Media & Entertainment category on Bundl.run to compare features, popularity, and install counts for similar tools.
How do I update Broadcast Using This Tool to the latest version?
Run
brew upgrade --cask butt in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run brew outdated to check if an update is available.Does Broadcast Using This Tool work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?
Yes, Broadcast Using This Tool can be installed on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs via Homebrew. Homebrew automatically handles the correct version for your hardware.
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