Set Up a SSH-Based Point to Point Connection

OpenSSH version 4.3 introduced a new feature: the ability to create on-the-fly "Virtual Private Networks" via the tunnel driver (the so-called "tun" driver). This allows you to create a network interface that bridges two physically disparate network segments in different locations. This article explains how to use SSH to set up SSH-based point to point connections with OpenSuse 11.0 which can then be used to create routes that create virtual private networks. This article will show you how to set up an on-the-fly Virtual Private Network with the tunnel driver. If you are interesting in setting up your own or want to learn more please read on...