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Subnet routers: how do they work?


Subnet routers are a powerful tool to bring Tailscale to environments where you can't install the client on every device. In today's video, Alex explains how subnet routers work and shows the steps to configure one on Windows and Linux.

But there are some cases, like embedded devices or existing VPCs, where a direct installation on each node isn’t feasible. In simple terms, a subnet router allows devices to communicate using our powerful NAT traversal technology whether they are running Tailscale or not. If you’ve been looking for a way to dip your toe into the Tailscale waters, a subnet router makes this simple.

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