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MikroTik RouterOS Scripting Deep Dive: Variables, Loops, Functions & Error Handling
RouterOS scripting is more powerful than most admins realize. Beyond simple one-liners, you can write full programs with variables, loops, arrays, functions, error handling, and HTTP fetch. This deep dive covers the scripting language from basics to advanced automation patterns.
Read ArticleMikroTik OSPF Setup: Dynamic Routing for Multi‑Router Networks (2026 Guide)
Stop manually adding static routes on every router. OSPF automatically discovers, calculates, and updates the best paths across your entire network. This step‑by‑step guide covers RouterOS v7 OSPF syntax, areas, interface templates, route redistribution, authentication, multi‑area design, and running OSPF over VPN tunnels – with CLI commands and WinBox paths for every step.
Read MoreHow to Set Up L2TP/IPsec VPN on MikroTik Router (Built‑in Client Support, No App Needed)
L2TP/IPsec is the only VPN protocol with native client support on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and Linux – no third‑party app required. This step‑by‑step guide covers full server setup on MikroTik, IPsec encryption, client configuration for every OS, and RADIUS integration.
Read MoreMikroTik Port Forwarding & NAT Guide: Host Servers Behind Your Router
Learn how to forward ports on MikroTik using dst-nat rules – host web servers, game servers, IP cameras, and more behind your router. Covers hairpin NAT, 1:1 NAT with netmap, multiple public IPs, security best practices, and complete copy-paste scripts.
Read MoreMikroTik Queue Tree & HTB: Advanced Traffic Shaping (Beyond Simple Queues)
Simple Queues are great for basic speed limits, but Queue Trees give you hierarchical, granular control – guaranteed bandwidth, burst, priority, and per‑protocol shaping. This guide covers HTB, mangle marking, parent/child queues, and real‑world ISP examples.
Read MoreHow to Configure DNS and DoH (DNS over HTTPS) on MikroTik Router
DNS is the backbone of every internet connection – and it's often the weakest link in your privacy chain. This guide shows you how to set up MikroTik as a local DNS server, configure upstream resolvers, enable DNS over HTTPS (DoH) on RouterOS v7, block DNS bypass attempts, and even use DNS for basic ad blocking.
Read MoreMikroTik DHCP Server Advanced: Option 82, Static Leases & Relay (2026)
Go beyond basic DHCP. Learn about DHCP relay, Option 82 (circuit‑ID), static leasing, custom options (PXE, TFTP), and per‑client DNS assignments – all on MikroTik RouterOS.
Read MoreMikroTik Bonding: Link Aggregation & LACP Setup (2026)
Combine multiple Ethernet links for higher throughput and failover. Learn bonding modes (802.3ad LACP, active‑backup, balance‑xor), configuration steps, and best practices for MikroTik RouterOS.
Read MoreThe Dude on MikroTik: Network Monitoring & Mapping Guide (2026)
Monitor your entire network from a single dashboard. Learn how to install The Dude, auto‑discover devices, set up alerts, and create network maps – all on MikroTik RouterOS.
Read MoreMikroTik LTE Setup Guide: Primary & Failover Internet (2026)
Add LTE/4G/5G connectivity to your MikroTik router for backup or primary internet. This guide covers modem configuration, passthrough mode, failover with recursive routing, and monitoring.
Read MoreBGP on MikroTik: Beginner's Guide to Internet Edge Routing (2026)
Connect your network to the internet with full BGP control. Learn BGP basics, eBGP setup with upstream providers, prefix filtering, and route selection – all on MikroTik RouterOS.
Read MoreRunning Containers on MikroTik RouterOS v7: Pi‑hole, Unbound & More
Turn your MikroTik router into an application server. Learn how to run Linux containers (Pi‑hole, AdGuard Home, Unbound) directly on RouterOS v7 – with storage setup, network configuration, and real‑world examples.
Read MoreZeroTier on MikroTik: Easy VPN Without Public IPs (Full Setup Guide)
No public IP? No problem. ZeroTier creates secure, software-defined networks that work behind NAT, firewalls, and dynamic IPs. This guide shows you how to install ZeroTier on RouterOS v7 and connect remote sites or devices effortlessly.
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