Setup VPN on Ubuntu With PPTP

This tutorial explains how to set up the Ubuntu Linux VPN with the PPTP protocol. It is compatible with Ubuntu Linux 12.10 and later versions

Step #1: Click on the Network icon and open the network settings. Then click the “+” sign next to VPN.

Ubuntu PPTP Setup

Step #2: Select Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol.

Ubuntu PPTP Setup

 

Step #3: Click on Advanced

Ubuntu PPTP Setup

Step #4: In “Security”, select 128-bit (most secure) and click  OK.

Ubuntu PPTP Setup

Step #5: Now on the Add VPN Window, enter the following details:

  • Name: Give it a name such as  “FastestVPN_Australia_PPTP”
  • Gateway: Your desired FastestVPN server address. Click here to get the complete list of VPN server addresses.
  • Username: Your FastestVPN Username
  • Select an option to store your password
  • Password: Your FastestVPN Password
  • Click on Add at the top right side.

Ubuntu PPTP Setup

Step #6: Now your VPN profile has been created. Turn on its switch to connect to the VPN.

Ubuntu PPTP Setup

You are now connected to FastestVPN on Ubuntu with the PPTP protocol.

Ubuntu PPTP Setup
Ubuntu PPTP Setup

To disconnect the VPN click on the connected VPN connection name and click Turn Off.

Ubuntu PPTP Setup

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