NordVPN is a leading VPN provider. It has many applications and allows secured VPN traffic across mulitple devices. In this guide we’ll provide simple steps to set up a IKEV2 VPN to NordVPN, utilising the feature of being able to choose a VPN server in a remote country. The below guide is using a previously […]
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Deploying a MikroTik CHR in AWS can have many use cases including creating a IKEV2 VPN server Stages 1: Deploy AWS instance of the MikroTik CHR Here’s a step-by-step guide to setting up an AWS account and launching a free-tier EC2 instance of MikroTik CHR, including configuring a custom security group to allow TCP port
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MikroTik PCQ (Per Connection Queues) is designed to evenly distribute bandwidth among users or devices by automatically creating sub-queues for each connection. It is especially useful for optimizing large-scale Quality of Service (QoS) setups. For deeper look at MikroTik PCQ’s and other MikroTik Queues click here Steps to Set Up PCQ – IP Based Steps
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To configure a MikroTik router as an IKEv2 VPN server for Android, you can follow this guide. In the guide the server will run on a MikroTik CHR deployed in AWS (click here for a guide to deploying a CHR with the AWS EC2 Free-Tier) however this can be done on any MikroTik device. Prerequisites
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Configuring an IPSec tunnel between two MikroTik routers (RouterOS 7) involves creating secure tunnels for communication. These could either be a home router (such as a hAP ax2) or a Mikrtoik CHR hosted in the cloud, any RouterOS device will work provided they have direct internet connectivity. Here’s a step-by-step guide for your setup: IPSec
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But Wi-Fi AX is just the Future? As technology advances, homeowners often face the challenge of choosing between well-established and cutting-edge solutions. When it comes to wireless networking, this debate often boils down to Wi-Fi AC (802.11ac) versus Wi-Fi AX (802.11ax, also known as Wi-Fi 6). While Wi-Fi AX introduces numerous advancements, Wi-Fi AC remains
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Purpose and Reason for Using a L2TP VPN An L2TP VPN (Virtual Private Network) creates a secure and encrypted connection between devices across the internet. It is often used for: For businesses or individuals, setting up a VPN server on a MikroTik router enables secure access to the home or office network, allowing remote workers
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MikroTik has been a game-changer in network management with its ever-reliable RouterOS. What started as a small company in Latvia grew into a global player in the networking world, driven by its commitment to providing flexible and affordable solutions for every network need. Now, diving into the history of RouterOS: It’s built on the robust
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Basic Steps for Setting Up your Home Network Step 1: Reset the Router to Remove Default Configuration Step 2: Set up the LAN Bridge Add Ports to the Bridge Step 3: Configure the LAN IP Address Step 4: Set up the WAN Interface Step 5: Configure the WiFi Interfaces Add WiFi Interfaces to the LAN
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