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How can I configure a SOCKS5 proxy for use in the terminal on Ubuntu?

I’ve been trying to set up a SOCKS5 proxy on my Ubuntu terminal, and honestly, it’s turning out to be more challenging than I imagined. I’ve done a bit of research, and it seems like there are various ways to approach this, but I’m getting a bit lost in the process.

I think I need to configure the proxy settings properly so I can route my terminal requests through it. One of my friends mentioned using a service like Shadowsocks, which supposedly has a SOCKS5 proxy feature, but I have no idea where to start. Should I install Shadowsocks or is there another way to do this? I’ve also seen some mentions of using something like ssh -D, but I’m not sure how to set that up either.

If I go the Shadowsocks route, what exactly do I need to do after installing it? Is there a specific configuration file I need to edit? Like, do I put in the server address, port numbers, and any credentials? And then, how do I actually tell Ubuntu to use this proxy for all my terminal commands? I’ve been looking at a few tutorials online, but they keep skipping steps, probably assuming a level of familiarity that I just don’t have.

On the other hand, if I try using the SSH method, how do I establish that connection? Do I need to have an SSH server set up somewhere? And once I set that up, what are the command prompts I need to keep in mind? I imagine I’d also need to export some environment variables so that the terminal knows to use the SOCKS5 proxy I set up, but again, I could use some detailed guidance on how to do that.

If anyone has a step-by-step walkthrough or some solid resources on this, I’d really appreciate it. I’m just looking for a clear path to get SOCKS5 working on my Ubuntu terminal without getting too deep into the weeds or accidentally breaking something. Thanks in advance for any help!

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    1. To set up a SOCKS5 proxy on your Ubuntu terminal, you have two main options: using Shadowsocks or utilizing SSH’s built-in functionality. If you choose Shadowsocks, first install it using the command sudo apt install shadowsocks. After installation, you need to create a configuration file, typically located at /etc/shadowsocks.json. In that file, you will specify the server address, server port, local port (usually 1080 for SOCKS5), and the password for authentication. The configuration should look something like this: 

          {
      "server":"your_server_address",
      "port_password":{
        "your_server_port":"your_password"
      },
      "local_address":"127.0.0.1",
      "local_port":1080,
      "timeout":300,
      "method":"aes-256-gcm"
    }

      You can run Shadowsocks with the command ssserver -c /etc/shadowsocks.json. To route your terminal requests through the SOCKS5 proxy, you may need to export environment variables. Use export SOCKS5_PROXY="socks5://127.0.0.1:1080" to tell applications that support proxy settings to use this. Alternatively, if you opt for the SSH method, you would need an SSH server. Once you have access to a remote server, you can establish the SOCKS5 proxy with the command ssh -D 1080 user@your_server, replacing user and your_server with your information. Again, set the SOCKS5_PROXY variable as mentioned above. Following these steps should help you configure and utilize a SOCKS5 proxy in your Ubuntu terminal effectively.




    2. Setting Up SOCKS5 Proxy on Ubuntu

      How to Set Up a SOCKS5 Proxy on Ubuntu

      First off, no worries! Setting up a SOCKS5 proxy can definitely feel overwhelming at first, but let’s break it down step by step.

      Option 1: Using Shadowsocks

      If you decide to go the Shadowsocks route, here’s what you need to do:

      1. Install Shadowsocks: 
        sudo apt install shadowsocks-libev
      2. Create a Configuration File:

        Create a file called config.json in your home directory:

        nano ~/config.json

        Next, edit it to look something like this:

        {
    "server": "your_server_ip",
    "server_port": your_port,
    "local_port": 1080,
    "password": "your_password",
    "timeout": 300,
    "method": "aes-256-gcm"
}

        Make sure to replace your_server_ip, your_port, and your_password with the actual values.

      3. Run Shadowsocks: 
        ss-local -c ~/config.json

      Setting Up Ubuntu to Use the SOCKS5 Proxy

      To route your terminal requests through the SOCKS5 proxy:

      export ALL_PROXY=socks5://127.0.0.1:1080

      This tells your terminal to route all requests through the SOCKS5 proxy running on localhost.

      Option 2: Using SSH -D

      If you prefer using SSH for setting up a SOCKS5 proxy:

      1. Have a Remote SSH Server: Make sure you have access to an SSH server. This could be a VPS or any machine you can SSH into.
      2. Establish SOCKS Proxy: Use the following command from your terminal:
        3. ssh -D 1080 username@your_ssh_server_ip
      3. As long as this command is running, you have a SOCKS5 proxy!

      Exporting Environment Variables

      Just like with Shadowsocks, to set your terminal to use this proxy, run:

      export ALL_PROXY=socks5://127.0.0.1:1080

      Final Notes

      Remember, whenever you open a new terminal session, you’ll need to set the ALL_PROXY variable again. You can add the export command to your .bashrc or .bash_profile to make it permanent:

      echo 'export ALL_PROXY=socks5://127.0.0.1:1080' >> ~/.bashrc

      Then, run source ~/.bashrc to apply the changes.

      Just keep experimenting with it, and don’t hesitate to ask for help in forums if you’re still stuck. Good luck!


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