vpn_on_linux [COM Network Guide]

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======VPN on Linux======

The University recommends Forticlient on Linux PCs; however it can be complicated to set up and it has been observed that it can cause problems with networking setup in some cases.

As an alternative to the proprietary Fortinet VPN client, you can use the Openfortinet client which is very easy to set up:

<code>sudo apt install openfortivpn</code>

Then sudo-edit /etc/openfortivpn/config and insert these (change the username and password to yours):

<code>
host = remoteaccess.shef.ac.uk
port = 443
username = ac1usr
password = qwerty123
</code>

(or you can leave the password line out, and enter it every time you log into VPN)

To connect to the VPN, run this:

<code>sudo openfortivpn</code>

It will send a Duo push, and will connect to the VPN once this is actioned.