How to Install Tinc on Manjaro

Tinc is a Virtual Private Network (VPN) software that allows users to create secure, encrypted networks over the internet. Here's how to install it on Manjaro.

Step 1: Open the Terminal

The first step is to open a terminal window. You can do this by pressing Ctrl + Alt + T or by searching for “Terminal” in the applications menu.

Step 2: Update the Package List

Before installing any new software, it’s essential to update the package list to ensure you get the latest version. Run the following command:

sudo pacman -Syu

This will update your system and make sure all packages are up to date.

Step 3: Install Tinc

Now you can install Tinc. Run the following command in your terminal:

sudo pacman -S tinc

This will install Tinc on your system.

Step 4: Verify the Tinc Installation

Once Tinc is installed, you can verify the installation by running the following command:

tincd --version

This should return the version number of Tinc you just installed.

Step 5: Configure Tinc

Now that Tinc is installed and verified, you need to configure it. The configuration file is located at /etc/tinc/.

Copy the sample configuration file to a new file with the name of your VPN:

sudo cp /etc/tinc/netname/tinc.conf.sample /etc/tinc/netname/tinc.conf

Edit the configuration file with your VPN settings:

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

Replace netname with the name of your VPN.

Step 6: Start Tinc

Finally, you can start Tinc by running the following command:

sudo tincd -n netname

Replace netname with the name of your VPN.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed and configured Tinc on Manjaro.

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