How to Install OpenVPN on Void Linux

This tutorial will guide you through the steps of installing OpenVPN, which is available on the https://community.openvpn.net website, on Void Linux.

Step 1: Update Your System

It is always advisable to update your system before installing any new software. Run the following command to update the system:

xbps-install -Su

Step 2: Install Required Dependencies

Before installing OpenVPN, it is necessary to install some dependencies required for its installation. Run the following command to install all required dependencies:

xbps-install -S openssl-devel lzo-devel lz4-devel pam-devel libpkcs11-helper-devel

Step 3: Download OpenVPN

The next step is to download the OpenVPN source code from the official website.

wget https://swupdate.openvpn.org/community/releases/openvpn-<version>.tar.gz

Replace <version> with the desired OpenVPN version number.

Step 4: Extract Source Code and Move to Directory

Next, extract the compressed source code file and move it to the extracted directory.

tar xvzf openvpn-<version>.tar.gz
cd openvpn-<version>

Step 5: Configure and Compile Source Code

Now we can configure and compile the OpenVPN source code using the following commands:

./configure && make && make install

If you encounter an error while running ./configure, try installing any missing dependencies using xbps-install.

Step 6: Verify Installation

Once the installation is complete, you can verify it by running the following command:

$ openvpn --version
OpenVPN <version> x86_64-pc-linux-gnu <date>
library versions: OpenSSL <version> LZO <version> LZ4 <version>

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed OpenVPN on Void Linux. You can now use OpenVPN to secure your internet connection and protect your privacy.

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