Set Up a DHCP Server on Linux in 5 Minutes
In this video, I walk you through setting up a fully functional DHCP server on Debian. You'll learn how to assign a static IP, install and configure the ISC DHCP server, fix DNS issues, and ensure your server is properly serving IP addresses on your network.
This is a simple and practical setup ideal for homelabs, self-hosting environments, and anyone learning Linux networking.
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⏰ Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
00:44 - Configure Static IP Address
02:10 - Install ISC DHCP Server
02:24 - Fix DNS Resolution Issue
02:59 - Configure DHCP Server (dhcpd.conf)
04:04 - Start & Enable DHCP Service
04:32 - Allow DHCP Through Firewall (UFW)
04:49 - Outro
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