LokiAP interfaces witht Lokinet daemon to facilitate connections to the Lokinet global privacy network. LokiAP provides a simple, responsive web interface to control wifi, hostapd, Lokinet daemon and related services necessary to access Lokinet on the Raspberry Pi or Orange Pi.
LabyrinthAP interfaces with Lokinet daemon to facilitate connections to the Lokinet global privacy network. LabyrinthAP provides a simple, responsive web interface to control wifi, hostapd, Lokinet daemon and related services necessary to access Lokinet on the Raspberry Pi or Orange Pi.
### WHAT IS LOKI?
### WHAT IS LOKINET?
https://loki.network/
https://lokinet.org/
"Loki is a privacy network which will allow users to transact and communicate privately over the internet, providing a suite of tools to help maintain the maximum amount of anonymity possible while browsing, transacting and communication online. Using the decentralised nature of blockchain technology, Loki creates new private and secure methods of interacting with the internet, as well as building privacy-centric applications, such as messaging services, forums, online marketplaces, and social media platforms."
Lokinet is a privacy network which allows users to transact and communicate privately over the internet infrastructure using it's own onion routing network, encryption system and protocols. Lokinet requires no internet IP Address but instead provides it's own network addresses which can be either ephemeral, persistent or personalized depending on the users desired application. Information is onion routed through a globally distributed network of over one thousand nodes. Utilizing blockchain technology Lokinet is run on incentivized decentralized nodes that are paid by the network to maintain the privacy and decentralized aspects of the network. User need not pay for access to use Lokinet but may chose to subscribe to an exit provider should they wish to anonymously access the internet through such a provider. Additionally the network generally has free exit nodes available offered through individuals providing volunteerary support of the network.
Loki
LabyrinthAP is currently offered as a free software solution that runs Lokinet on a remote network connected device which creates a WiFi hostspot and/or Ethernet subnet to connect to Lokinet. Using LabyrinthAP not only ensures Lokinet is always connected and available but removes the requirement for installation on a single or group of end point devices. LabyrinthAP makes Lokinet platform agnostic meaning it can connect to a range of devices regardless of the type of hardware or software installed on them. LabyrinthAP is compatible with most web based applications and browsers and has a built in web based interface to manage and control.
LabyrinthAP comes with it's own auto-installation scripts to set up Lokinet and the LabyrinthAP interface thereby providing an easy to create access point on very commonly available single board computer devices such as the Rapsberry Pi using Raspberry OS. It also supports device running Armbian such as the OrangePiR1 or OrangePi Zero + etc.
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- [Quick installer](#quick-installer)
- [Test Site](#test-site)
- [Connecting to an Exit Node](#connecting-to-an-exit-node)
- [Waveshare 4G Mobile Pi Hat](#waveshare-4G-mobile-pi-hat)
- [Support us](#support-us)
- [How to contribute](#how-to-contribute)
- [License](#license)
## Prerequisites
Start with a clean install of [Armbian](https://www.armbian.com/) or [Raspberry Pi OS](https://www.raspberrypi.org/downloads/raspberry-pi-os/) (currently Buster and Stretch are verified as working). Lite versions are recommended as all additional dependencies are added by the installer. If using Raspberry Pi OS you will need to elevate to root with ```sudo su``` before running the LokiAP installer script. This additional step is not required when using Armbian.
Start with a clean install of [Armbian](https://www.armbian.com/) or [Raspberry Pi OS](https://www.raspberrypi.org/downloads/raspberry-pi-os/) When using Armbian currently Bullseye and Buster are verified as working on OrangePi's and Armbian Focal CLI for Raspberry Pi. When using Raspberry Pi OS Buster lite is recommended. Lite versions are also recommended as all additional dependencies are added by the installer. If using Raspberry Pi OS you will need to elevate to root with ```sudo su``` before running the LabyrinthAP installer script. This additional step is not required when using Armbian.
For Orange Pi R1 use Armbian Buster found here: https://www.armbian.com/orange-pi-r1/. Recommend using "minimal" which is available for direct download at the bottom of the page or much faster download by .torrent also linked there.
For Raspberry Pi 4 use Armbian Focal found here: https://www.armbian.com/rpi4b/. Recommend using "cli" mininal version which is available for direct download at the bottom of the page or much faster download by .torrent also linked there.
For Orange Pi R1 use Armbian Bullseye found here: https://www.armbian.com/orange-pi-r1/. Recommend using "minimal" which is available for direct download at the bottom of the page or much faster download by .torrent also linked there.
Specific code has been incorporated to take advantage of the OrangePi R1's second ethernet interface. The AP will provide access via ethernet in addition to wifi when using this board.
For OrangePi Zero use Armbian Buster found here": https://www.armbian.com/orange-pi-zero/
For OrangePi Zero use Armbian Bullseye found here": https://www.armbian.com/orange-pi-zero/
3. Follow any first user password instructions provided once logged in.
4. If you want to get the lastest updates before installing LokiAP:
4. If you want to get the lastest updates before installing LabyrinthAP:
```
sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get upgrade
sudo reboot
```
5. If you have an older Raspberry Pi without an onboard WiFi chipset, the [**Edimax Wireless 802.11b/g/n nano USB adapter**](https://www.edimax.com/edimax/merchandise/merchandise_detail/data/edimax/global/wireless_adapters_n150/ew-7811un) is an excellent option – it's small, cheap and has good driver support.
5. Before installing the LabyrinthAP on the Raspberry pi you must log in to the shell prompt and set your WiFi "Localization Options" to the country code you are in. If this is not set WiFi will not be available on the Rasberry pi. Additionally if you are using the LabyrinthAP with a SIMCOM chip based mobile adapter for cellular connection to the net you will need to go into Interface Options -> serial -> answer "NO" when asked if you want login shell over serial and then answer "YES" when asked if you want the serial port hardware enabled. In order to set these options enter `sudo raspi-config` at the command line and use the menu to get to these settings. When exiting and asked to reboot answer yes and reboot for the settings to be enabled.
With the prerequisites done, you can now proceed with the Quick installer.
The installer will complete the installation steps for you. You will be occasionally prompted to answer `y` or `n`. Answering yes to all prompts will in almost all cases be the answer you want so if in doubt respond with `y` that you want the default set up and the AP will work.
After the reboot at the end of the installation the wireless network will be
configured as an access point as follows:
* AP GUI address: loki.ap.local or use IP address: 10.3.141.1
* AP GUI address: http://loki.ap.local or use IP address: 10.3.141.1
* Username: `admin`
* Password: `secret`
* DHCP range: 10.3.141.1 to 10.3.141.24
* SSID: `loki-access`
* SSID: `LabyrinthAP`
* Password: `ChangeMe`
## Test site
To test the connection navigate to Loki's wiki page found at
To test the connection navigate to Lokinet's wiki page found at
You can also access this page using it's ONS (Oxen Name Service) registered domain name at
http://probably.loki
## Connecting to an Exit Node
Exit nodes provide privacy on the internet through onion routing connections via the global network of Lokinet relay nodes and dedicated exit nodes. In order to connect to an exit node you will require the exit address from the exit node provider. These can be found through various social media linked at https://loki.network/. From the GUI this information can be entered and activated.
## Waveshare 4G Mobile Pi HAT
If you have a Waveshare 4G/3G/2G/GSM/GPRS/GNSS HAT for the Raspberry Pi the access point has built in support for it to use cellular data. When installed if Ethernet is available the access point will connect over Ethernet. If you wish to use cellular then booting without an Ethernet connection the access point will automatically switch over to cellular and connect to your provider. You will need to obtain a SIM card and it's APN address from your local cellular service provider. The APN addresses are usually obtainable with a quick online search. Once the software is installed you will need to navigate to the "Mobile APN" tab in the GUI under "Configure Lokinet" and enter in your APN address, set it and then reboot. It will now be saved for future use of the adapter.
## Support us
LokiAP is free software, but powered by your support. If you find it beneficial or wish to contribute to inspire ongoing development your donations of any amount; be they even symbolic, are a show of approval and are greatly appreciated.
LabyrinthAP is free software but powered by your support. If you find it beneficial or wish to contribute to inspire ongoing development small donations are greatly appreciated.
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<divid="instruct"class="collapse">The 3 buttons below must be armed (red) to connect to Lokinet. If there isn't a current lokinet.ini file found on the system the "Generate.ini" button will be green. The .ini file must be generated prior to connecting to Lokinet by pressing the button which will automatically write the required .ini file. Similarly the absense of a valid bootstrap will be indicated by a green "Bootstrap" button. Applying a bootstrap by pressing the apply button without submitting a valid URL in the textbox area will apply the original default bootstrap in place of one being provided. Stopping the daemon also exits Lokinet. To summarize, if necessary generate the .ini and bootstrap Lokinet then you are able to connect to Lokinet by starting the daemon and letting the network establish itself.
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