Tinc is a lightweight and easy-to-configure VPN tool that can be used to create secure and private networks between multiple computers over the internet. In this tutorial, we will learn how to install Tinc on Clear Linux Latest.
Before proceeding with the installation, you need to ensure that all the required packages are installed on your system. You can update and upgrade the existing packages using the following command:
sudo swupd update
To install Tinc on Clear Linux Latest, follow the steps given below:
Step 1: Install the Required Packages
Tinc requires several packages to be installed on the system. To install these packages, use the following command:
sudo swupd bundle-add devpkg-openssl devpkg-zlib wget
Step 2: Download and Install Tinc
Download the latest version of Tinc from the official website using the following command:
wget https://www.tinc-vpn.org/packages/tinc-1.1pre16.tar.gz
Extract the downloaded file using the following command:
tar -xzf tinc-1.1pre16.tar.gz
Navigate to the extracted directory using the following command:
cd tinc-1.1pre16
Build and install Tinc using the following command:
./configure && make && sudo make install
Step 3: Verify the Installation
To verify that Tinc has been successfully installed on your system, use the following command:
tincd -v
This will display the version of Tinc installed on your system.
By following the above steps, you can install Tinc on Clear Linux Latest. Tinc is now ready to be configured and used to create secure and private VPN connections between multiple computers over the internet.
If you want to self-host in an easy, hands free way, need an external IP address, or simply want your data in your own hands, give IPv6.rs a try!
Alternatively, for the best virtual desktop, try Shells!
