How to Install OpenVPN on VPS using GitHub
OpenVPN is an open-source software application that implements virtual private network (VPN) techniques for creating secure point-to-point or site-to-site connections in routed or bridged configurations and remote access facilities. If you have a VPS and want to set up your own VPN using OpenVPN, this guide will show you how to do that using GitHub.
Step 1: Clone the OpenVPN GitHub repository
The first step is to clone the OpenVPN GitHub repository to your VPS. You can do this by running the following command:
git clone https://github.com/OpenVPN/openvpn.git
Step 2: Install OpenVPN
Once you have cloned the repository, navigate to the directory where it was cloned and run the following command to install OpenVPN:
cd openvpn
./configure
make
make install
Step 3: Generate the OpenVPN configuration file
After installing OpenVPN, you will need to generate a configuration file. You can do this by running the following command:
openvpn --genkey --secret keys/ta.key
Step 4: Configure OpenVPN
Next, you will need to configure OpenVPN by creating a server.conf file. You can use the sample server.conf file provided in the repository as a template:
cp sample/sample-config-files/server.conf /etc/openvpn/
vim /etc/openvpn/server.conf
Step 5: Start the OpenVPN service
Finally, you can start the OpenVPN service by running the following command:
openvpn --config /etc/openvpn/server.conf
Conclusion
By following these steps, you can install OpenVPN on your VPS using GitHub. OpenVPN provides a secure and private connection for your online activities. Make sure to configure OpenVPN according to your needs and enjoy the benefits of a VPN on your VPS.