Tailscale – Zero-Config VPN

Tailscale is a modern VPN built on WireGuard that creates secure networks between your devices...

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Tailscale is a modern VPN built on WireGuard that creates secure networks between your devices without complex configuration. Using a mesh architecture, Tailscale connects devices directly when possible, providing low-latency encrypted connections. Its zero-config approach eliminates the pain of traditional VPN setup.

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Key Features

  • Zero Configuration – Works out of the box with SSO login
  • Mesh Networking – Direct connections between devices
  • WireGuard Based – Modern, fast, secure protocol
  • NAT Traversal – Works behind firewalls and NAT
  • MagicDNS – Automatic DNS for your network

Installation

# Add repository and install
curl -fsSL https://tailscale.com/install.sh | sh

# Start Tailscale
sudo tailscale up

# Check status
tailscale status

# Get your IP
tailscale ip

Use Cases

  • Remote Access – Connect to home or office networks
  • Team Networking – Secure connections for distributed teams
  • Homelab Access – Reach self-hosted services anywhere
  • Exit Nodes – Route traffic through specific devices

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