Ubuntu Server as a VPN Gateway
To connect multiple Ubuntu devices (clients) to one central Ubuntu server and share the connection securely over a VPN, here’s a detailed, step-by-step guide. Step 1: Set Up the Ubuntu Server as a VPN Gateway This server will act as the central point, allowing other devices to connect to it. 1.1 Install OpenVPN on the Server Log into your central Ubuntu server. Update package lists: sudo apt update Install OpenVPN: sudo apt install openvpn -y 1.2 Set Up Easy-RSA for Key and Certificate Management OpenVPN requires certificates and keys for secure connections. Install easy-rsa to help with certificate creation: sudo apt install easy-rsa -y Create a new directory for the PKI (Public Key Infrastructure): make-cadir ~/openvpn-ca cd ~/openvpn-ca Initialize the PKI: ./easyrsa init-pki Build the CA (Certificate Authority) and follow the prompts: ./easyrsa build-ca Generate the server certificate and key: ./easyrsa gen-req server nopass Sign the server certificate: ./easyrsa sign-req ser...