Install Necessary Packages
- Open the Terminal by pressing Ctrl + Alt + T.
- Update your system and install the required packages by running:
sudo apt update
sudo apt install pptp-linux network-manager-pptp network-manager-pptp-gnome
Open Network Settings
- Click on the network icon in the top-right corner of your screen.
- Select ‘Settings’ or ‘Network Settings’ from the menu.
Add a New VPN Connection
- In the settings window, click ‘VPN’ in the sidebar.
- Click the ‘+’ (plus) button to add a new VPN connection.
- Choose ‘Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP)’ as the VPN type.
Fill in Connection Details
- Connection name: Enter a name for your VPN connection.
- Gateway: Enter the VPN server address (e.g., nl1.ocservvpn.com).
- Username: Enter your VPN username.
- Password: Enter your VPN password.
Advanced Settings (if needed)
- Click the ‘Advanced’ button.
- Ensure ‘Use Point-to-Point encryption (MPPE)’ is checked.
- Adjust any other settings as per your VPN provider’s instructions.
Save and Connect
- Click ‘OK’ to save the settings.
- In the VPN section, find your new connection and click the slider to connect.
- You may be prompted to enter your password.
Verification
- Once connected, you should see a VPN icon in the top bar.
Disconnecting
- To disconnect, go to Network Settings and turn off the VPN slider.