Installing Guacamole in Docker

Guacamole is an open-source remote desktop gateway that provides access to your devices over a web browser without exposing your sensitive information. By deploying Guacamole in Docker, you can simplify the installation process and ensure a consistent environment across different platforms.

Prerequisites:

• Installed Docker and Docker Compose


• Basic understanding of Docker and Docker Compose

Step 1: Create a Docker Compose File

Start by creating a docker-compose.yml file in your desired directory. Copy and paste the following content into the file:

version: "3"
services:
  guacamole:
    image: abesnier/guacamole
    container_name: guacamole
    volumes:
      - /nas/WP/guac/postgres:/config
    ports:
      - 9090:8080
volumes:
  postgres:
    driver: local
    

Step 2: Start Guacamole Container

Open a terminal and navigate to the directory containing your docker-compose.yml file. Run the following command to start the Guacamole container:

    docker-compose up -d
    

This command will download the Guacamole image and start a container named guacamole.

Step 3: Access Guacamole Web Interface

Once the container is up and running, you can access the Guacamole web interface by opening a web browser and navigating to http://localhost:9090.

Step 4: Configure Guacamole

Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your Guacamole instance. You'll need to configure the database settings and create user accounts for accessing remote devices.

Conclusion:

Congratulations! You've successfully installed Guacamole in Docker using Docker Compose. Guacamole provides a user-friendly and secure way to access your devices remotely through a web browser. Docker's containerization ensures a consistent and isolated environment for your Guacamole instance, making it easier to manage and maintain.

Note: Make sure to replace the /nas/WP/guac/postgres volume path with your preferred directory path for storing configuration data.