Plex is, for all intents and purposes, a streaming service. Once all library folders have been selected, click Next on the Server Setup page.Plex is a streaming service, but it doesn't look like Hulu or Netflix.If further configuration is required, select Advanced and change further options for the library.It is advisable to create a dedicated folder for Plex content using a Finder window. Click 'Browse for Media Folder.' Select a folder that Plex will use to access your stored videos from.

Give the library a custom name if required, then click Next. Select the appropriate type of library for your content, such as Films, TV Programs, or Other Videos.On the Media Library screen, click Add Library if a relevant default library isn't visible.If you want to be able to stream from your server to your personal devices over the Internet from a remote location, make sure to tick 'Allow me to access my media outside my home.'.Enter a server name for your Plex server, which will be displayed in Plex client apps.

You can skip this for the moment by clicking the close icon in the top right corner.

The web interface will then suggest you can sign up for the Plex Pass.

On the 'How Plex Works' page, click 'Got It!'.

If you don't have a Plex account, select an option and then the relevant link to sign up for an account, and complete the registration process.

If you have a Plex account already, log in using your desired method via the page.

This will display a Plex icon in the menu bar, and for the initial setup, will automatically open up a new browser window for logging in.

Download Plex Media Server for Mac from the Plex website.

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