Pi-hole is an open-source software that blocks ads and trackers on a network level. It is a popular choice for those who want to enhance their online privacy and security. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps required to install Pi-hole on Ubuntu Server Latest.
Before starting, make sure you have the following:
The first step is to update your server packages to ensure that everything is up to date.
sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get upgrade
Next, install the dependencies needed for Pi-hole.
sudo apt-get install curl git
Now, download the Pi-hole installation script and execute it:
curl -sSL https://install.pi-hole.net | bash
This will start the Pi-hole installation process, which will involve selecting the correct settings for your network.
To access the Pi-hole web interface, you can use your server's IP address followed by '/admin'.
The final step is to configure your router to point to your Pi-hole server. To do this, you will need to change your router's DNS settings.
First, find your Pi-hole server's IP address:
ip addr show
Your Pi-hole server's IP address will be listed under 'inet'.
Next, find your router's DNS settings in your router's configuration page. Change the DNS server setting to your Pi-hole server's IP address.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed and configured Pi-hole on your Ubuntu Server Latest. Your network is now protected from unwanted ads and trackers.
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