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OpenWrt

OpenWrt Project is a Linux operating system targeting embedded devices. Instead of trying to create a single, static firmware, OpenWrt provides a fully writable filesystem with package management. This frees you from the application selection and configuration provided by the...

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Cost / License

  • Free
  • Open Source

Application type

Platforms

  • Linux
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140likes
3comments
0news articles

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Properties

  1.  Privacy focused
  2.  Security-focused

Features

  1.  DHCP Server
  2.  Built-in Firewall
  3.  Network Tools
  4.  Wireless-networking
  5.  Command line interface
  6.  No registration required
  7.  Works Offline
  8.  No Tracking
  9.  Ad-free
  10.  Portable
  11.  Dark Mode
  12.  Router Custom Firmware
  13.  Support for IPv6
  14.  DNS over HTTPS

 Tags

  • embedded-os
  • firmware

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  • DeeJayLSP and armadillo888 liked OpenWrt
  • RipTheJacker008 rated OpenWrt  
  • RipTheJacker008, mll, Sitric and babsors liked OpenWrt
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Comments and Reviews

   
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Top Negative Comment
ab1
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All versions of OpenWrt aren't great with updates.

typisch-strom
0

I like OpenWRT. So far it seems like a valid alternative to commercial firmware with widespread support and frequently updates.

Review by a new / low-activity user.
ck-tom
0

By far the best firmware to run on wireless access points and routers. Open source, actively maintained and updated, extensible using the opkg package manager. Ever wanted to install Tailscale and Netdata on your router? Good luck getting that going on any of the OEM's firmware (except maybe GL.iNet, which usually is an Openwrt fork). Busybox/Linux based

Review by a new / low-activity user.

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What is OpenWrt?

OpenWrt Project is a Linux operating system targeting embedded devices. Instead of trying to create a single, static firmware, OpenWrt provides a fully writable filesystem with package management. This frees you from the application selection and configuration provided by the vendor and allows you to customize the device through the use of packages to suit any application. For developers, OpenWrt is the framework to build an application without having to build a complete firmware around it; for users this means the ability for full customization, to use the device in ways never envisioned.

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  • Licensing

    Open Source and Free product.
  • Written in

  • Alternatives

    21 alternatives listed
  • Supported Languages

    • English

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Our users have written 3 comments and reviews about OpenWrt, and it has gotten 140 likes

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