Blocky is an open-source DNS server that allows you to block ads and tracking on your network. In this tutorial, we will guide you on how to install Blocky on Void Linux.
Before we begin with the installation process, make sure you have the following:
The first step is to install some of the dependencies that Blocky requires. Open your terminal and run the following command:
sudo xbps-install -S git build-base libcap libcap-devel
Next, you need to clone the Blocky repository from GitHub. Run the following command in your terminal:
git clone https://github.com/0xERR0R/blocky.git
This will clone the Blocky repository in the current directory.
Change directory to the Blocky directory by running the following command:
cd blocky
Then, compile the source code and install Blocky by running the following command:
sudo make install
This will install Blocky on your system.
After installing Blocky, you need to start the Blocky service. Run the following command:
sudo service blocky start
This will start the Blocky service on your system.
Blocky is now running on your system. You can test it by adding the DNS server address to your device's network settings. The default DNS server address for Blocky is 127.0.0.1.
To test Blocky, open a web browser on your device and visit any website that displays ads. If Blocky is working correctly, you should not see any ads on the website.
In this tutorial, we have shown you how to install Blocky on Void Linux. Blocky is a powerful DNS server that helps you to block ads and tracking on your network. By following these steps, you can easily set up Blocky on your system and enjoy ad-free browsing.
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