This is a general introduction to VPNs, including information on why they're used, architecture decisions, and more. A Virtual Private Network is a secured network connection between an individual and a private network (client-to-server) or a remote LAN and a private . . . . This is a general introduction to VPNs, including information on why they're used, architecture decisions, and more. A Virtual Private Network is a secured network connection between an individual and a private network (client-to-server) or a remote LAN and a private network (server-to-server), built over a public network infrastructure. VPN Security Features Encrypted session (protects data from eavesdropping) Packet authentication (protects data from unauthorized modifications) Hosts/users strongly authenticated (verifies remote user identity) Hides private network topology The link for this article located at SysAdmin Magazine is no longer available. . This is a general introduction to VPNs, including information on why they're used, architecture deci. general, introduction, information, they're, architecture. . Anthony Pell
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