What is WireGuard?
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What is WireGuard?
WireGuard is a next-generation VPN protocol released in 2020, known for its simplicity, efficiency, and security. It has only about 4,000 lines of code.
WireGuard Features
Pros
- ✅ Minimal code - Only 4,000 lines, easy to audit
- ✅ High performance - Several times faster than OpenVPN
- ✅ Low latency - Millisecond connection establishment
- ✅ Modern encryption - ChaCha20, Curve25519
- ✅ Battery efficient - Mobile-friendly
Cons
- ❌ Fixed port (UDP)
- ❌ No TCP support
- ❌ Difficult to disguise traffic
WireGuard vs OpenVPN
| Feature | WireGuard | OpenVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Lines of code | ~4,000 | ~100,000 |
| Encryption | ChaCha20 | AES-256 |
| Speed | Very fast | Fast |
| Connection | Milliseconds | Seconds |
SingLinkVPN Advantages
SingLinkVPN combines multiple protocol advantages:
- ✅ SingLink Protocol - WireGuard-level speed + traffic obfuscation
- ✅ Smart switching - Auto-select optimal protocol
