Outline Server is an open-source tool that can help you set up your own virtual private network (VPN). In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of downloading and installing Outline Server on Elementary OS Latest. Follow the steps below:
Prerequisites
- You need to have root access to your Elementary OS system for installing Outline Server.
Step 1: Download Outline Server
Step 2: Install Dependencies
- Open the terminal by pressing Ctrl+Alt+T on your keyboard.
- Run the following command to install dependencies:
sudo apt-get install libappindicator1 libappindicator3-1 libindicator3-7 xdg-utils -y
Step 3: Install Outline Server
- Navigate to the directory where the Outline Server package was downloaded.
- Run the following command to extract the Outline Server package:
tar -zxvf Outline-Manager.AppImage
- After extracting the package, run the following command to make it executable:
chmod +x Outline-Manager.AppImage
- Finally, run the following command to start the Outline Server installation process:
./Outline-Manager.AppImage
- Follow the installation wizard to complete the installation process.
Step 4: Configure Outline Server
- After installing the Outline Server, you need to configure it to start using it.
- Launch the Outline Server by searching for "Outline Manager" in the Applications menu and opening it.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your server key, create a team, and invite users to join your VPN.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed Outline Server on your Elementary OS Latest system. You can now enjoy the benefits of having your own private VPN network.
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