sshuttle is a transparent proxy server that provides VPN-like functionality using only SSH, making it an accessible alternative to traditional VPN solutions. It works by establishing an SSH connection and routing your traffic through it, eliminating the need for complex VPN protocols or dedicated VPN software.

Key features include:

SSH-based tunneling - Leverages existing SSH infrastructure without additional protocols
Transparent proxying - Automatically redirects traffic without requiring per-application configuration
Lightweight footprint - Minimal resource usage compared to traditional VPN clients
No special permissions needed - Works with standard SSH access to remote servers
Selective routing - Choose which traffic goes through the tunnel and what stays local
Cross-platform support - Available on Linux, macOS, and other Unix-like systems

Perfect for developers and system administrators who need secure remote access without the overhead of dedicated VPN infrastructure. Simply point it at an SSH server, and it handles the rest transparently.