Network Overview
This section covers the network topology.
CloudLink Server
The CloudLink server is the central entity that controls the entire VPN network. It is responsible for connecting devices and peers, managing connections and is the central point that all traffic flows through.
- Network Range: All CloudLink networks are 10.8.0.0/24.
- Typical Bandwidth: Between 5-20Mbps depending on your internet speed and connection type.
INFO
The CloudLink server is located on 10.8.0.1 IP address. It is only accessible to Wireguard traffic and ICMP (ping).
Devices
Systems that have an agent installed are Devices. For example an agent deployed to an on premises computer or a virtual machine.
INFO
Further information available in About Devices
Peers
Systems that join the network either via a Wireguard client being installed or are part of a network that was exposed by a relay.
INFO
Further information available in About Peers
Relays
Agents that expose local networks to the wider CloudLink network do so via installed relays.
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Further information available in About Relays