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strongSwan vs Tailscale

A side-by-side look at strongSwan and Tailscale. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

strongSwan

strongSwan

Security & Privacy

strongSwan is an open-source IPsec-based VPN software for Linux. It implements IKEv1 and IKEv2 key exchange protocols and can interoperate with other IPsec VPN solutions. It offers encryption, authentication, and network access control for securing communications over public networks.

encryptionauthenticationnetwork-access-controlipsecikev1ikev2
Tailscale

Tailscale

Network & Admin

Tailscale is a zero config VPN that makes networks easy to manage. It creates a private network between devices, servers, and clouds. Tailscale requires no physical infrastructure or exposed ports. It uses WireGuard under the hood for secure and fast connections.

networkingprivacysecurityremote-access