How to Set Up an IKEv2 VPN Server with StrongSwan
A VPN (Virtual Private Network) allows you to securely encrypt traffic on untrusted networks, such as those at a coffee shop, conference, or airport. [IKEv2](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Internet_Key_Exchange) (Internet Key Exchange v2) is a protocol that allows for direct IPSec tunneling between the server and client. In this tutorial, you’ll set up an IKEv2 VPN server using [StrongSwan](https://www.strongswan.org/) on your server. Choose your operating system below to get started.
Ubuntu
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