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How To Configure Ubuntu Desktop 20.04 To Access Unifi UDM Pro VPN Tunnel
In this tutorial you will learn how to configure Ubuntu Desktop 20.04 to access Unifi UDM Pro VPN tunnel. You will then be able to use your Ubuntu Desktop 20.04 to VPN into your UDM Pro and browse and access your network files or even remote access other systems on the network.
If you need assistance on creating a Unifi UDM Pro VPN tunnel, click here.
How to install VPN client software on Ubuntu Desktop 20.04
- Log into your Ubuntu Desktop 20.04 and open up the Terminal.
- Elevate your Terminal Access
sudo -s
3. We will now need to install the L2TP VPN package.
sudo apt install network-manager-l2tp network-manager-l2tp-gnome
4. You need to restart your computer to see “Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP)” in your VPN access manager.
5. Log back onto your Ubuntu Desktop 20.04 and from here we will use the GUI.
6. Click on your network icon … Read the rest
Complete VestaCP Setup Guide for Ubuntu 18
In this Complete VestaCP Setup Guide for Ubuntu 18 I will show you how to install Ubuntu 18 with all of its updates, Setup VestaCP and configure Name Server and domains. We will also do some security hardening, add SSL’s and update to the latest MariaDB and PHP versions. Finally I will also show you how to configure backups to an external source.
Consider using HestiaCP and Ubuntu 20 as VestaCP has been fading away.
Prerequisites
- Register a Domain to use for your VPS server. I will be using GoDaddy.com as my domain registrar. In my case I have purchased the domain PatricksWebsiteHosting.com for this tutorial.
- Choose and purchase a VPS from a VPS provider. Many factors come into play here but I will be using a2hosting.com they seem to have fair pricing and they provide lots of storage. You could also use your own server at home but it
How To Open And Forward Ports On Unifi UDM PRO
In this tutorial you will learn how to open and forward ports to an internal LAN IP on your Unifi UDM Pro using Unifi Controller version 6.5.55. In the latest releases of the Unifi Controller, they have simplified the process for us and with a few simple steps you can quickly forward the ports you need.
Let’s get started.
First make sure you are running the latest controller version. At the time of this publication, it is 6.5.55.
- Log into your UDM Pro using unifi.ui.com or its IP address.
- Access the Unifi Controller and click Settings
- Click on Advanced Features and afterwards you will be presented with a page where you can apply your network rules.
- Now scroll down, locate and click on Advanced Gateway Settings.
- You should now be presented with the Advanced Gateway Settings Page.
- Click on the Create new Port Forwarding button.
- In the Port Forwarding window
How To Transfer Unifi UDM Pro Owner
In this tutorial you will learn in a few simple steps on how to transfer Unifi UDM Pro Owner to a new ui.com owner account. This will come handy when you acquired a new client or accidently used the wrong account to register the UDM Pro into unifi.ui.com
Option 1
Step 1: Make sure you have local access via IP to your UDM Pro before proceeding.
Step 2: Log into unifi.ui.com using the old ui.com owner account and all except the owner, remove all accounts that have access to your UDM Pro.
Step 3: Use the old owner account to log into UDM Pro using IP address
Step 4: Create a backup of all UDM Pro configurations.
Step 5: Create a new Super Admin “Local Access Only” account.
Step 6: Now in the UDM Pro settings disable Remote Access by going to
- Settings
- Advanced
- “Remote Access”.
Step 7: Log … Read the rest
How To Configure Unifi UDM Pro Controller 6.5.55 For Windows 10 VPN
In this tutorial you will learn how to configure a Unifi UDM Pro Controller 6.5.55 for Windows 10 VPN access. I will take you through the process of configuring a VPN Connection and a VPN user on Unifi Controller version 6.5.55 for your UDM Pro and then we will finish with configuring Windows 10 VPN client.
How to setup Ubuntu Desktop to access UDM PRO VPN Tunnel
Let’s start by logged into your UDM PRO and then follow these steps below.
- Click on Settings
- Click on Networks
- Click Add New Network
- Apply a Network Name for your VPN. For this tutorial I will name mine VPN-Access.
- Now that we have a name click on the Virtual Private network (VPN) expand arrow.
- Now for VPN Setup click on Advanced.
- Now Select Remote Access.
- Scroll down the page and locate Pre-shared Secret Key. End users will need to use this
How to track file change events on your Windows File Server
In this tutorial you will be shown how to configure group policy to track file change events on your windows file server.
In the event of a data breach, businesses often want to know who accessed the data and when. They also want to know what kind of changes were made. With this method you can track file changes in your Windows file server. This will help you prevent insider threats by knowing who is accessing files they don’t need access to. Plus, it can help during data breach investigations by proving who changed what.
Step 1: Enabling the ‘Audit object access’ policy
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Remote connect to your DC and Launch the Group Policy Management console (Run –> gpedit.msc)
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Create a new GPO named “Server Audits” and apply it to the root of your domain.
3. Right click “Server Audits” policy followed by clicking on Edit within the menu.
4. Navigate … Read the rest
How To Enable Root Login And SSH For Ubuntu 20.04
In this tutorial you will be shown how to enable Root login and SSH for Ubuntu 20.04. Root access is the administrative user that you can use to access and edit all of the files on your server (this includes system-critical files). In some situations, for proper installation of software on Ubuntu 20.04 using root access will make things easier.
Let’s get started
- Log into your Ubuntu 20.04 server and run the following command to apply a password to the root user.
sudo passwd root
2. Now, let’s edit your SSH config to allow root to be able to SSH into your Ubuntu 20.04 server.
sudo nano /etc/ssh/sshd_config
3. Move down towards the end of the config file and type in the following.
PermitRootLogin Yes
4. Use CTRL+X and you will be prompted to save the config.
5. You should be prompted with the question to Save Modified Buffer? Type … Read the rest
How To Install Plex Media Server On Ubuntu 20.04
In this tutorial you will be shown how to install Plex Media Server on Ubuntu 20.04. Plex Media Server is a convenient way to organize and enjoy your media. Used in combination with modern technology, it is easy to navigate and access your content anywhere — whether at home, in the car, or on a boat in the ocean.
Ubuntu 20.04 Server Requirements
- A local physical server or VPS with Ubuntu 20.04.
- Minimum of 4 CPU cores.
- Minimum of 4GB ram.
- Minimum of 30GB storage.
- Minimum of 1 Network Adapter
- Ability to SSH into server as Root user.
- Fully Patched Ubuntu 20.04 Server
Things To Note
- Single 720p transcode: Intel Core i3 3.0 GHz
- Single 1080p transcode: Intel Core i5 3.0GHz
- Single 4K transcode: Intel Core i7 3.2GHz
There is a great development for Ubuntu Linux users. Snaps , makes it possible to simplify the entire process of … Read the rest
How To Install Nessus On Ubuntu 20.04
In this tutorial you will be shown how to install and configure Tenable’s Nessus Vulnerability Scanner on Ubuntu 20.04.
Nessus is a tool that checks computers to find vulnerabilities that hackers COULD exploit. Nessus works by testing each port on a computer, determining what service it is running, and then testing this service to make sure there are no vulnerabilities in it that could be used by a hacker to carry out a malicious attack.
Server Requirements
- A local physical server or VPS with Ubuntu 20.04.
- Minimum of 4 CPU cores.
- Minimum of 4GB ram.
- Minimum of 30GB storage.
- Minimum of 1 Network Adapter
- Ability to SSH into server as Root user.
- Fully Patched Ubuntu Server
Now Let’s Install Nessus on Ubuntu 20.04
- Open your Browser and click on Nessus Downloads to review latest releases. In my case the latest release for this tutorial is Nessus-10.0.2-ubuntu1110_amd64.deb. Download the latest
How To Fix Printer Shares After PrintNightmare Patches Are Installed
In this tutorial you will be shown how to fix printer shares after PrintNightmare patches are installed. The PrintNightmare patches have been the bane of my existence and I’m sure others have felt its pain as well. There is many articles going about how to remove the patches to resolve the issue but we need to move forward with patches in place and not remove patches to resolve the issue.
Step 1
Make sure to update all your servers and workstations with the latest patches.
Step 2
Log into your Active Directory / Domain Controller Server.
- Take note, I am assuming you would have a dedicated policy for your printers.
- Click Start.
- Type gpedit.msc and press Enter to open the Group Policy Editor.
- Locate and delete the existing printer policy or policy’s.
Step 3
Now log into the server that has the print management services installed and printers … Read the rest
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