Squid is a popular open-source proxy and caching server. It can be used to improve web performance, reduce network traffic, and filter content. In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to install Squid on EndeavourOS Latest in just a few steps.
Before you install Squid, you need to make sure that your EndeavourOS system is up to date. Open a terminal and run the following command:
sudo pacman -Syu
This will update your system and install any available software updates.
You can install Squid from the official EndeavourOS repository using the following command:
sudo pacman -S squid
This will download and install the latest version of Squid on your system.
By default, Squid comes with a basic configuration file located at /etc/squid/squid.conf. You can configure Squid to suit your needs by editing this file.
To open the file in a text editor, run the following command:
sudo nano /etc/squid/squid.conf
You can then make any necessary changes to the configuration file. Some common configuration options include:
http_port: This sets the port that Squid will listen on for incoming HTTP requests. The default port is 3128.
cache_dir: This sets the directory where Squid will store its cache data. The default is /var/spool/squid.
acl: This sets the access control lists that determine which clients can access specific resources.
http_access: This sets the rules that determine which clients can access the HTTP resources.
Make sure to save any changes you make to the configuration file.
Once you’ve configured Squid, you can start the service using the following command:
sudo systemctl start squid
You can also enable Squid to start automatically at boot time by running the following command:
sudo systemctl enable squid
You now have Squid installed and configured on your EndeavourOS system. You can use it to improve web performance, reduce network traffic, and filter content. If you encounter any issues, refer to the official Squid documentation for further assistance.
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