Tutorial: How to Install Anchr on Void Linux

Anchr is a modern, lightweight, and adaptive DNS-over-HTTPS client, that allows you to securely and anonymously browse the internet. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the installation process of Anchr on Void Linux.

Prerequisites

Before you begin the installation process, ensure that you have the following prerequisites:

• A working internet connection
• A user account with sudo privileges

Step 1: Update Your System

First, update your system to ensure that all packages are up-to-date. To do so, run the following command:

sudo xbps-install -Suy

Step 2: Install Dependencies

Next, you need to install the dependencies required for Anchr. To install them, run the following command:

sudo xbps-install -S curl libudns-devel libev-devel jansson-devel

Step 3: Install Anchr

Once the dependencies are installed, download the Anchr installation script using curl command:

curl -O https://anchr.io/install

Then, ensure the script is executable by running the following command:

chmod +x install

Now, run the installation script with the following command:

sudo ./install

The script will detect your system and download the appropriate Anchr binaries. After the installation is complete, you can run Anchr by typing the following command:

anchr

Step 4: Verify the Installation

To verify that Anchr is installed and working correctly, open a web browser and navigate to https://dnsleaktest.com. The website should show that you are using the Anchr DNS server.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Anchr on Void Linux. You can now enjoy a more secure and private browsing experience.

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