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ZeroTier is a virtual private network (VPN) that allows you to create a secure, private network between devices on the internet. It is a free and open-source project that is easy to set up and use.

OpenWrt is a Linux distribution for embedded devices, such as routers. It allows you to customize and extend the functionality of your router.

In this article, I will show you how to install and configure ZeroTier on OpenWrt.

What you will need

• An OpenWrt router
• A computer with an internet connection
• A ZeroTier account

Step 1: Install the ZeroTier package

The first step is to install the ZeroTier package on your OpenWrt router. You can do this by following these steps:

1. Open a terminal window on your computer.
2. SSH into your OpenWrt router.
3. Run the following command to install the ZeroTier package:

opkg install zerotier-one
 

Step 2: Create a ZeroTier network

Once the ZeroTier package is installed, you need to create a ZeroTier network. You can do this by following these steps:

1. Go to the ZeroTier website and create an account.
2. Once you have created an account, you will be given a network ID.
3. Go to the web interface of your OpenWrt router and go to the Network tab.
4. Click on the VPN tab and select ZeroTier.
5. Enter the network ID that you were given in step 2.
6. Click on the Add button.

Step 3: Configure ZeroTier on your OpenWrt router

Once you have created a ZeroTier network, you need to configure ZeroTier on your OpenWrt router. You can do this by following these steps:

1. Go to the web interface of your OpenWrt router and go to the Network tab.
2. Click on the VPN tab and select ZeroTier.
3. Enter your ZeroTier username and password.
4. Click on the Save button.

Step 4: Connect your devices to the ZeroTier network

Once you have configured ZeroTier on your OpenWrt router, you can connect your devices to the ZeroTier network. You can do this by following these steps:

1. Install the ZeroTier client on your devices.
2. Run the ZeroTier client and join the network that you created in step 2.

Once your devices are connected to the ZeroTier network, they will be able to communicate with each other securely over the internet.

Conclusion

This article showed you how to install and configure ZeroTier on OpenWrt. ZeroTier is a great way to create a secure, private network between your devices. I hope this article was helpful.

Questions and Answers

• Q: What are the benefits of using ZeroTier?

A: There are many benefits to using ZeroTier. Some of these benefits include: * Increased security * Reduced latency * Easy to set up and use * Supports a wide range of devices

• Q: Is it difficult to install and configure ZeroTier?

A: The process of installing and configuring ZeroTier is relatively simple. However, it is important to follow the instructions carefully.

• Q: Where can I get help if I have problems installing or configuring ZeroTier?

A: There are many resources available to help you if you have problems installing or configuring ZeroTier. You can find help on the ZeroTier website, the OpenWrt website, and in online forums.

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