ZeroTier – Software-Defined Networking

ZeroTier creates virtual networks that work like physical LANs but span the globe. It combines...

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ZeroTier creates virtual networks that work like physical LANs but span the globe. It combines the capabilities of VPN and SD-WAN, allowing you to connect devices, cloud resources, and data centers into a single flat network. Self-hosted or cloud-managed, ZeroTier provides enterprise networking features for free.

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Key Features

  • Virtual LAN – Devices appear on the same network segment
  • Self-Hosted Option – Run your own network controller
  • Cross-Platform – Linux, Windows, macOS, mobile, NAS devices
  • Peer-to-Peer – Direct connections when possible
  • Free Tier – 25 devices at no cost

Installation

# Install ZeroTier
curl -s https://install.zerotier.com | sudo bash

# Join a network
sudo zerotier-cli join [network-id]

# Check status
sudo zerotier-cli status

# List networks
sudo zerotier-cli listnetworks

Use Cases

  • Gaming Networks – LAN gaming over the internet
  • IoT Connectivity – Connect distributed IoT devices
  • Multi-Cloud – Bridge cloud providers securely
  • Remote Labs – Access lab equipment remotely

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