How to Install Pi-hole on EndeavourOS Latest
Pi-hole is a network-wide ad-blocking solution that blocks ads, trackers, and other unwanted content at the network level. This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing Pi-hole on EndeavourOS.
Prerequisites
- EndeavourOS installation with Internet connectivity
- SSH access to the EndeavourOS system
Step 1: Update the System
Before installing any new software, it is always recommended to update the system packages.
- Open a terminal window by pressing
Ctrl+Alt+Tor by navigating to the terminal from the start menu. - Run the following command to update your system packages:
sudo pacman -Syu
Step 2: Install Pi-hole
Run the following command to install Pi-hole:
curl -sSL https://install.pi-hole.net | bashThis command will download the Pi-hole installation script and execute it.
Follow the on-screen instructions to configure Pi-hole for your system.
Step 3: Configure Pi-hole
- Once installation is complete, to access the Pi-hole Web Interface, use a web browser to navigate to http://pi.hole/admin.
- If you are unable to access the web interface, check your firewall settings or port forwarding configurations.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to configure Pi-hole according to your preferences.
Step 4: Test Pi-hole
- To test if Pi-hole is working correctly, visit a website that displays ads or trackers. You should notice a significant reduction in the number of ads being displayed.
- You can view the statistics of blocked ads and queries on the Pi-hole Web Interface.
Conclusion
You have successfully installed Pi-hole on EndeavourOS and have set up network-level ad-blocking for your entire network. Enjoy a faster, safer, and less cluttered browsing experience.