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Episode 390: What’s Up with WireGuard

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Show Notes

WireGuard has a lot of buzz around it and for many good reasons. We’ll explain what WireGuard is specifically, what it can do, and maybe more importantly, what it can’t. Special Guest: Jim Salter. Links: How to easily configure WireGuard — At its core, all WireGuard does is create an interface from one computer to another.

Jessie Frazelle's Blog: Installing and Using Wireguard, obviously with containers — What is cool about Wireguard is it integrates into the Linux networking stack.

WireGuard Didn't Make it To The Mainline Linux Kernel This Cycle — The code continues to be improved upon but looks like it came up just short of making it into this current development cycle.

WireGuard VPN review: A new type of VPN offers serious advantages — Fewer lines of code, simpler setup, and better algorithms make a strong case.

The Current Status of WireGuard VPNs - Are We There Yet?

Using a free VPN? Why not skip the middleman and just send your data to President Xi?

Feedback from Cody

NRE Labs — NRE Labs is a no-strings-attached, community-centered initiative to bring the skills of automation within reach for everyone

Introduction to Antidote — Antidote is an open-source project aimed at making automated network operations more accessible with fast, easy and fun learning.

StackStorm — From simple if/then rules to complicated workflows, StackStorm lets you automate DevOps your way.

wireguard-private-networking: Build your own multi server private network using wireguard and ansible

Algo: Set up a personal IPSEC or WireGuard VPN in the cloud

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