Clipboard Server for Linux

Clipboard data collector

Overview

Clipboard Server is a utility software designed for Linux users who need to collect and share clipboard data efficiently within a local area network (LAN).

This tool gathers clipboard content and makes it available over the LAN using an HTTP service.

It is especially useful for users who want to access clipboard information on multiple devices connected to the same network.

One key feature of Clipboard Server is that it offers an Android APK, allowing mobile users to access the collected clipboard data from their Android devices.

This makes it a practical solution for anyone who works with both Linux computers and Android phones in a shared network environment.

However, Clipboard Server has some limitations to consider.

It does not mention any built-in security or privacy protection for the data while it is being transmitted.

Users who handle sensitive clipboard content should be aware that the data might not be encrypted or protected.

Additionally, the software is limited to operating within a local network, so it cannot share clipboard data over the internet or between different networks.

Details about configuration options and compatibility with Linux distributions are not provided, so some technical knowledge may be needed to set it up correctly on specific systems.

In summary, Clipboard Server is a straightforward Linux tool useful for quickly collecting and sharing clipboard data on a local network, with useful support for Android devices.

However, users should be cautious about its lack of security features and limited network range.

Pros

  • Collects clipboard data efficiently.
  • Provides an Android APK for mobile use.

Cons

  • No specified security or privacy features for data transmission.
  • Limited to local area network scope.
  • No detailed information on configuration or platform compatibility beyond Linux.

Software details

Platform
Linux
Free license
Yes
Project license
MIT
Mobile friendly
No
Bug tracker
https://github.com/q962/ClipboardServer/issues

Keywords

clipboard

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