Tailscale alternatives compared for securing VPS servers

The author examines Tailscale alternatives for securing virtual private servers, evaluating self-hosted solutions like Headscale alongside alternative WireGuard implementations, traditional SSH hardening, and cloud-based access tools. The analysis highlights Tailscale's security record, control-plane design, pricing structures, and configuration best practices including disabling Tailscale SSH and enabling Tailnet Lock. Open article →