{"id":67899,"date":"2025-07-04T07:17:25","date_gmt":"2025-07-04T00:17:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/"},"modified":"2026-07-29T11:37:26","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T04:37:26","slug":"openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/","title":{"rendered":"OpenVPN: Installation and Usage Guide on Windows and Linux for Your Internet Security"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>What is OpenVPN? Why do you need OpenVPN on Windows and Linux?<\/h1>\n<p>OpenVPN is a free and open-source software that allows users to create a virtual private network (VPN) to secure their Internet connection. By encrypting data and hiding your IP address, OpenVPN helps protect your personal information while accessing the Internet, which is especially important when using public Wi-Fi networks. By installing OpenVPN on Windows and Linux, you will be able to safely access blocked content and protect your privacy from external threats.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">The content of the article<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Preparing_Before_Installing_OpenVPN_on_Windows\" >Preparing Before Installing OpenVPN on Windows<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Downloading_and_Installing_OpenVPN_Client_for_Windows\" >Downloading and Installing OpenVPN Client for Windows<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Importing_OpenVPN_Configuration_ovpn_file_into_Windows\" >Importing OpenVPN Configuration (.ovpn file) into Windows<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Connecting_and_Disconnecting_OpenVPN_on_Windows\" >Connecting and Disconnecting OpenVPN on Windows<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Troubleshooting_Common_Issues_When_Installing_OpenVPN_on_Windows\" >Troubleshooting Common Issues When Installing OpenVPN on Windows<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Installing_OpenVPN_on_Linux_Detailed_Guide_for_All_Distributions\" >Installing OpenVPN on Linux: Detailed Guide for All Distributions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Installing_OpenVPN_Client_on_Linux_DebianUbuntu_FedoraCentOS_Arch_Linux\" >Installing OpenVPN Client on Linux (Debian\/Ubuntu, Fedora\/CentOS, Arch Linux)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Configuring_OpenVPN_on_Linux_Using_the_Terminal\" >Configuring OpenVPN on Linux Using the Terminal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Importing_OpenVPN_Configuration_ovpn_file_into_Linux\" >Importing OpenVPN Configuration (.ovpn file) into Linux<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Connecting_and_Disconnecting_OpenVPN_on_Linux\" >Connecting and Disconnecting OpenVPN on Linux<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Using_OpenVPN_Network_Manager_GUI_on_Linux_if_available\" >Using OpenVPN Network Manager (GUI) on Linux (if available)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Troubleshooting_Common_Issues_When_Installing_OpenVPN_on_Linux\" >Troubleshooting Common Issues When Installing OpenVPN on Linux<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Advanced_OpenVPN_Usage_Guide_on_Windows_and_Linux\" >Advanced OpenVPN Usage Guide on Windows and Linux<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Configuring_OpenVPN_to_Start_Automatically_with_the_System\" >Configuring OpenVPN to Start Automatically with the System<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Using_OpenVPN_with_Multiple_Different_Configurations\" >Using OpenVPN with Multiple Different Configurations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Checking_and_Verifying_OpenVPN_Connection\" >Checking and Verifying OpenVPN Connection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Optimizing_OpenVPN_Speed\" >Optimizing OpenVPN Speed<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Tips_and_Tricks_for_Using_OpenVPN_on_Windows_and_Linux\" >Tips and Tricks for Using OpenVPN on Windows and Linux<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Finding_and_Choosing_a_Reliable_OpenVPN_Provider\" >Finding and Choosing a Reliable OpenVPN Provider<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Securing_Your_OpenVPN_DNS_Leak_Prevention_Tips\" >Securing Your OpenVPN: DNS Leak Prevention Tips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Using_OpenVPN_for_Various_Purposes_accessing_blocked_content_protection_when_using_public_Wi-Fi%E2%80%A6\" >Using OpenVPN for Various Purposes (accessing blocked content, protection when using public Wi-Fi&#8230;)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Conclusion_Enjoy_a_Safe_and_Private_Internet_with_OpenVPN_on_Windows_and_Linux\" >Conclusion: Enjoy a Safe and Private Internet with OpenVPN on Windows and Linux<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Related_services_from_IT_Systems\" >Related services from IT Systems<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#FAQ\" >FAQ<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#When_should_a_business_ask_IT_Systems_for_support\" >When should a business ask IT Systems for support?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Can_IT_Systems_help_review_the_current_environment_before_proposing_a_solution\" >Can IT Systems help review the current environment before proposing a solution?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Does_this_topic_connect_to_ongoing_IT_operations\" >Does this topic connect to ongoing IT operations?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/openvpn-installation-and-usage-guide-on-windows-and-linux-for-your-internet-security\/#Need_help_applying_this_to_your_business\" >Need help applying this to your business?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Installing_OpenVPN_on_Windows_Step-by-Step_Guide\"><\/span>Installing OpenVPN on Windows: Step-by-Step Guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preparing_Before_Installing_OpenVPN_on_Windows\"><\/span>Preparing Before Installing OpenVPN on Windows<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Before starting the installation of OpenVPN, make sure your computer meets the minimum requirements. You need to have administrative privileges on the computer and a stable Internet connection. Additionally, prepare the .ovpn configuration file from your VPN service provider.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Downloading_and_Installing_OpenVPN_Client_for_Windows\"><\/span>Downloading and Installing OpenVPN Client for Windows<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Access the official OpenVPN website and download the version for Windows. After downloading, follow these installation steps:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Run the installation file and follow the on-screen instructions.<\/li>\n<li>Select the necessary options during the installation process.<\/li>\n<li>Complete the installation and launch OpenVPN.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importing_OpenVPN_Configuration_ovpn_file_into_Windows\"><\/span>Importing OpenVPN Configuration (.ovpn file) into Windows<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>After installation, you need to import the OpenVPN configuration:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Copy the .ovpn file to the OpenVPN config directory (usually located at C:\\Program Files\\OpenVPN\\config).<\/li>\n<li>Open the OpenVPN GUI application with administrative rights.<\/li>\n<li>Right-click on the OpenVPN icon in the taskbar and select the configuration you want to connect to.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Connecting_and_Disconnecting_OpenVPN_on_Windows\"><\/span>Connecting and Disconnecting OpenVPN on Windows<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To connect OpenVPN, right-click on the OpenVPN icon in the taskbar and select <strong>Connect<\/strong>. When the connection is successful, you will see a confirmation message. To disconnect, follow the same steps and select <strong>Disconnect<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Troubleshooting_Common_Issues_When_Installing_OpenVPN_on_Windows\"><\/span>Troubleshooting Common Issues When Installing OpenVPN on Windows<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you encounter issues during installation or connection, check the following factors:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ensure that you have installed all necessary drivers.<\/li>\n<li>Review the .ovpn configuration and ensure the path is correct.<\/li>\n<li>Check if the firewall and antivirus software may be blocking the connection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Installing_OpenVPN_on_Linux_Detailed_Guide_for_All_Distributions\"><\/span>Installing OpenVPN on Linux: Detailed Guide for All Distributions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Installing_OpenVPN_Client_on_Linux_DebianUbuntu_FedoraCentOS_Arch_Linux\"><\/span>Installing OpenVPN Client on Linux (Debian\/Ubuntu, Fedora\/CentOS, Arch Linux)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Depending on your distribution, the installation method will vary:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Debian\/Ubuntu:<\/strong> Use the command <code>sudo apt install openvpn<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fedora\/CentOS:<\/strong> Use the command <code>sudo dnf install openvpn<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Arch Linux:<\/strong> Use the command <code>sudo pacman -S openvpn<\/code>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Configuring_OpenVPN_on_Linux_Using_the_Terminal\"><\/span>Configuring OpenVPN on Linux Using the Terminal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>After installation, you need to configure OpenVPN using the Terminal:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Copy the .ovpn file to the appropriate directory, usually <code>\/etc\/openvpn<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li>Use the command <code>sudo openvpn --config \/etc\/openvpn\/yourfile.ovpn<\/code> to connect.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importing_OpenVPN_Configuration_ovpn_file_into_Linux\"><\/span>Importing OpenVPN Configuration (.ovpn file) into Linux<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To import the configuration, simply move the .ovpn file into the <code>\/etc\/openvpn<\/code> directory. Ensure that the file has the appropriate permissions for OpenVPN to read.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Connecting_and_Disconnecting_OpenVPN_on_Linux\"><\/span>Connecting and Disconnecting OpenVPN on Linux<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Once configured, you can connect using the command line interface or GUI (if available). To disconnect, use the command <code>Ctrl+C<\/code> in the Terminal.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Using_OpenVPN_Network_Manager_GUI_on_Linux_if_available\"><\/span>Using OpenVPN Network Manager (GUI) on Linux (if available)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you have installed the GUI Network Manager, you can easily connect by clicking the Network icon on the status bar, selecting <strong>VPN Connections<\/strong>, and then <strong>Connect<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Troubleshooting_Common_Issues_When_Installing_OpenVPN_on_Linux\"><\/span>Troubleshooting Common Issues When Installing OpenVPN on Linux<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If the connection fails, check:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The output log in the Terminal for errors.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure the .ovpn file is correct and complete.<\/li>\n<li>Check the access permissions of the configuration file.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advanced_OpenVPN_Usage_Guide_on_Windows_and_Linux\"><\/span>Advanced OpenVPN Usage Guide on Windows and Linux<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Configuring_OpenVPN_to_Start_Automatically_with_the_System\"><\/span>Configuring OpenVPN to Start Automatically with the System<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To make OpenVPN start automatically, you need to add it to the startup programs. On Windows, this can be done through <strong>Task Scheduler<\/strong>. On Linux, edit the systemd service file.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Using_OpenVPN_with_Multiple_Different_Configurations\"><\/span>Using OpenVPN with Multiple Different Configurations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>OpenVPN allows you to use multiple configuration files for different purposes, easily switching between them with just a few clicks or command lines.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Checking_and_Verifying_OpenVPN_Connection\"><\/span>Checking and Verifying OpenVPN Connection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Use the <code>ping<\/code> or <code>tracert<\/code> command in Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (Linux) to verify that you have successfully connected to the VPN server.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Optimizing_OpenVPN_Speed\"><\/span>Optimizing OpenVPN Speed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>OpenVPN configuration can affect connection speed. You may adjust packet size, change protocols (UDP or TCP), and select the nearest server to optimize speed.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_and_Tricks_for_Using_OpenVPN_on_Windows_and_Linux\"><\/span>Tips and Tricks for Using OpenVPN on Windows and Linux<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Finding_and_Choosing_a_Reliable_OpenVPN_Provider\"><\/span>Finding and Choosing a Reliable OpenVPN Provider<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When choosing an OpenVPN provider, consider criteria such as speed, reliability, number of servers, security policies, and customer support services.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Securing_Your_OpenVPN_DNS_Leak_Prevention_Tips\"><\/span>Securing Your OpenVPN: DNS Leak Prevention Tips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To protect against DNS leaks, you may use the VPN provider&#8217;s private DNS and enable the <strong>Kill Switch<\/strong> feature to cut Internet connection if the VPN drops.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Using_OpenVPN_for_Various_Purposes_accessing_blocked_content_protection_when_using_public_Wi-Fi%E2%80%A6\"><\/span>Using OpenVPN for Various Purposes (accessing blocked content, protection when using public Wi-Fi&#8230;)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>OpenVPN is not just a security tool. It allows you to access blocked content in your area such as streaming services or locked websites while protecting personal data when connecting to public networks.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_Enjoy_a_Safe_and_Private_Internet_with_OpenVPN_on_Windows_and_Linux\"><\/span>Conclusion: Enjoy a Safe and Private Internet with OpenVPN on Windows and Linux<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>OpenVPN is a useful tool that helps protect privacy and enhance Internet security on both Windows and Linux. Installing and using OpenVPN can be easily accomplished through detailed and simple guiding steps. 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