5 docs tagged with "Networking"

This guide shows how to change which WiFi adapter (network card) is used for a specific network connection across different Linux network management systems.

Linux networking is a fundamental aspect of system administration that encompasses the configuration, management, and troubleshooting of network connections on Linux systems. Modern Linux distributions provide sophisticated tools and frameworks to handle everything from basic network connectivity to complex enterprise networking scenarios.

Linux Router (lnxrouter) is a powerful command-line tool that allows you to turn your Linux laptop or desktop into a WiFi hotspot and router in a single command. It wraps complex networking tools like iptables, dnsmasq, and hostapd to provide Internet sharing, WiFi access point creation, and advanced networking features with minimal configuration.

Proxies are intermediary servers that sit between clients and destination servers, forwarding requests and responses while providing various functionalities like anonymity, content filtering, caching, and traffic routing. This comprehensive guide covers different types of proxies, popular proxy software, and transparent proxying solutions like redsocks.

A Tor transparent proxy routes all network traffic through the Tor network automatically, providing anonymity without requiring individual application configuration. This guide covers setting up Tor transparent proxying with lnxrouter, troubleshooting common issues, and best practices for maintaining privacy and security.