Ignore incoming connections when they reach the VPN path.
Ignore incoming connections when they reach the VPN path.
that's a pretty fair assessment. I don't know that "That more or less defies the reason for VPN if you can circumvent it" counts as a solution, but I may end up going with TOR idea you had, so yeah. I suppose if I wanted to do this right I would have the servers on a separate box and use a VPN on my main box and not try and fenagle stuff.
Pfsense can function beyond a traditional firewall by acting as a proxy with a VPN connected to the same network as your modem. Your modem can serve as the gateway, while Pfsense handles web traffic through the proxy. It’s not the best setup, but it could be functional.
Yes, there are several helpful sources for learning this. You can explore online tutorials, instructional videos, and practice exercises tailored to your needs. Consider checking educational platforms, forums, or local workshops that focus on the topic.
That's understandable. Since I don't rely on formal references, I've gathered insights from various places and tried to build a clear understanding myself.