Setting up a home VPN server with WireGuard
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- #VPN
- #Networking
- #Wireguard
- Motivations for setting up a home VPN server include secure remote access, bypassing IP restrictions, private browsing on insecure networks, and accessing blocked services.
- Wireguard is a modern VPN alternative to OpenVPN or IPSec, offering simplicity and speed, suitable for users with limited networking knowledge.
- Wireguard operates with 'peers' instead of traditional client-server models, though the setup described uses one peer as a server and another as a client for clarity.
- Installation involves generating private and public keys, configuring server and client files, and setting up IP forwarding and routing.
- Server configuration includes defining a subnet for VPN clients, setting up iptables for forwarding, and ensuring the server starts automatically on reboot.
- Client configuration requires matching the server's public key, specifying allowed IPs for routing, and setting the correct endpoint (server's address and port).
- Additional steps include enabling IP forwarding on the server for LAN and internet access, and testing the connection to ensure data flows correctly.
- The guide acknowledges community support and releases the document under Creative Commons CC0, making it freely usable by anyone.