THM: OpenVPN Connection Guide

This guide provides easy-to-follow instructions for connecting to our network using OpenVPN on Windows, macOS, and Linux. If you're using TryHackMe, a VPN connection is necessary to access virtual machines for cybersecurity training.


Connecting with Windows

  1. Download and install the OpenVPN GUI.

  2. Open the application as Administrator.

  3. Right-click on the tray icon, select Import File, and choose your configuration file.

  4. Right-click again, select your file, and click Connect.


Connecting with macOS

  1. Download and install OpenVPN for macOS.

  2. Run the application, and find it in the top bar.

  3. Right-click, choose Import File → Local File, and select your configuration.

  4. Right-click, select your file, and click Connect.


Connecting with Linux

  1. Install OpenVPN using:

    sudo apt install openvpn
  2. Locate your configuration file (typically in Downloads).

  3. Connect using:

    sudo openvpn /path-to-file/file-name.ovpn

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