How To Connect via OpenVPN on Ubuntu
Here's a comprehensive guide on how to connect via OpenVPN on Ubuntu: ### Introduction OpenVPN is a powerful and widely-used Virtual Private Network (VPN) solution that allows secure communication over insecure networks. Connecting to an OpenVPN server on Ubuntu involves several steps, from installing the necessary software to configuring the connection. Let's go through the process step-by-step. ### Step 1: Install OpenVPN First, ensure that OpenVPN is installed on your Ubuntu system: ```bash sudo apt update sudo apt install openvpn easy-rsa ``` ### Step 2: Set Up the Certificate Authority To securely connect to an OpenVPN server, you'll need to set up your own Certificate Authority (CA): ```bash sudo mkdir /etc/openvpn/easy-rsa cd /etc/openvpn/easy-rsa ./easyrsa init-pki ./easyrsa build-ca ``` Follow the prompts to create your CA certificate and private key. ### Step 3: Generate Server Certificates and Keys Generate the server certificate and key: ```bash ./easyrsa gen-