Build an MSP on Open Source - Part 2: Netbird VPN with Authentik IdP for Access and Security

Dive into a comprehensive tutorial on building a Managed Service Provider (MSP) using open-source tools, focusing on Netbird VPN integration with Authentik as the Identity Provider for enhanced access and security. Learn to set up a server, install essential software like Docker and NGinX Proxy Manager, configure Authentik, create a virtual LAN, and implement Netbird VPN. Follow step-by-step instructions to establish a secure, scalable infrastructure for your business or personal projects, with insights on transitioning from self-hosted to hosted solutions as your needs grow.

Beginning
Introduction
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Get a Domain Name
Setup a Server
From Self Hosted to Hosted as we Grow
Add a Non-root User with sudo privileges
Install Docker-CE, Docker Compose, and NGinX Proxy Manager
Install and Configure Authentik
Create a Virtual LAN for ou Servers in Digital Ocean
Create a Proxy to Authenti in our Virtual LAN VPC
Setup our Admin for Authentik
Setup Netbird VPN with Authentik
Setup an Auth Provider in Authentik for Netbird
Check our Netbird Configuration Files for Accuracy
Fix an Error I Made in the Setup
Update our Hosts file for Netbird
One Warning about NEtbird vs Tailscale Clients