🔧 How to Install Squid Proxy on Ubuntu
Follow these steps to set up Squid Proxy on Ubuntu:
Step 1: Update Your System
sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y
Step 2: Install Squid Proxy
sudo apt install squid -y
Step 3: Configure Squid
Edit the Squid configuration file:
sudo nano /etc/squid/squid.conf
Find and modify the following lines to allow your IP:
acl mynet src YOUR.IP.ADDRESS.HERE/32
http_access allow mynet
Step 4: Restart Squid & Update Firewall
sudo systemctl restart squid
sudo ufw allow 3128
Squid Proxy is now installed and running on Ubuntu! 🎉
🛠 How to Install Squid Proxy on CentOS
For CentOS, the installation steps are as follows:
Step 1: Update Your System
sudo yum update -y
Step 2: Install Squid Proxy
sudo yum install squid -y
Step 3: Configure Squid
Edit the Squid configuration file:
sudo nano /etc/squid/squid.conf
Find and modify the following lines to allow your IP:
acl mynet src YOUR.IP.ADDRESS.HERE/32
http_access allow mynet
Step 4: Restart Squid
sudo systemctl restart squid
Squid Proxy is now set up on CentOS! 🎉
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🏁 Conclusion
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