How to install tinc on MXLinux Latest

In this tutorial, we will be discussing how to install tinc, a Virtual Private Network (VPN) platform, from http://www.tinc-vpn.org/ on MXLinux Latest.

Before we proceed, let's first understand what tinc is and how it works.

Introduction to tinc

tinc is a self-configuring, mesh network VPN platform that can be used to create secure communication channels between multiple hosts. Tinc provides a secure, encrypted network through which data can be transmitted without fear of compromise. This makes it ideal for setting up Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) or connecting multiple devices in a secure mesh network.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, make sure that you have the following prerequisites:

• A terminal window
• Administrative access to the system
• An active internet connection

Installing tinc on MXLinux Latest

Now that we have our prerequisites ready, let's proceed with the installation of tinc on MXLinux Latest. Follow the steps below:

1. Open the terminal window by pressing Ctrl + Alt + T or by searching for it in the application menu.

2. Enter the following command to update the system and the package lists:

   sudo apt-get update
   

3. Now, we can install tinc using the following command:

   sudo apt-get install tinc
   

4. Once the installation is complete, we need to create a tinc configuration file. To do this, enter the following command:

   sudo nano /etc/tinc/netname/tinc.conf
   

   Note: Replace "netname" with the name of your network.

5. In this file, we need to add the basic configuration details for our tinc network. Here is a sample configuration:

   Name = host1.example.com
   AddressFamily = ipv4
   Mode = switch
   Interface = tun0
   ConnectTo = host2.example.com
   

   Note: Replace "host1.example.com" and "host2.example.com" with the actual hostname or IP address of the hosts that will be part of the tinc network.

6. Once you have made the required configuration changes, save the file and close the editor.

7. We now need to create a tinc hosts file, which will contain information about the hosts in the tinc network. To create this file, enter the following command:

   sudo nano /etc/tinc/netname/hosts/host1.example.com
   

   Note: Again, replace "netname" with the actual name of your network and "host1.example.com" with the actual hostname of the host.

8. In this file, we need to add the public key of the host. To generate a public key, enter the following command:

   sudo tincd -n netname -- GenerateKeys=1
   

9. This command will generate a public key, which you can copy and paste into the hosts file. Here is a sample hosts file:

   Address = 192.168.1.2
   Subnet = 10.0.0.0/8
   Port = 655
   Pubkey = <insert your public key here>
   

   Note: Replace "192.168.1.2" with the IP address of the host and "655" with the actual port being used by the tinc network.

10. Save the file and close the editor.

11. We are now ready to start the tinc daemon. Enter the following command:

sudo tincd -n netname

12. This command will start the tinc daemon and connect the host to the tinc network.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed tinc on MXLinux Latest and created a secure mesh network using tinc. You can now use this network to transfer data securely between multiple hosts.

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!