A family-and-friends private VPN raises real home server questions

A private network already runs across several VPS machines. It uses a layout, where other servers connect back to one central hub. Access is protected with .

The VPN can work as a full tunnel, where all internet traffic goes through the VPN, or as a , where only selected traffic uses it. Outside internet traffic is not meant to pass through the hub; it would go through one of two s in separate locations. The goal is to let family and friends use the setup only for privacy and VPN needs.

A private Matrix server on the hub is also being considered so family and friends can message each other more privately.

Key points

  • The setup uses several VPS machines as a private VPN network.
  • provides the VPN connection.
  • The network can use either full tunnel or routing.
  • Internet traffic would leave through separate s, not through the central hub.
  • A private Matrix server is being considered for family-and-friends messaging.
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