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Understanding Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

VPNs are a common topic today. Just about everyone is talking about implementing one. This module explains what a VPN is and covers the basic VPN technology. We’ll also go through some examples of VPNs including a return on investment analysis.

VPN Examples

Let’s look at some real examples of VPNs. Health Care Company Intranet Deployment Here we have a health care company… Read More

The Intranet VPN

Intranet VPNs: Link corporate headquarters, remote offices, and branch offices over a shared infrastructure using dedicated connections. Businesses enjoy the… Read More

VPN Basic Components

An access VPN has two basic components: L2TP Network Server (LNS): A device such as a Cisco router located in the… Read More

Types of VPNs

Three Types of VPNs Let’s look now at the three types of VPNs. Access, Intranet, and Extranet VPNs As previously… Read More

IPSec VPN Client Operation

Now that you understand both IPSec and IKE, let’s look at what really happens from the client’s perspective. An IPSec… Read More

Tunneling: Generic Route Encapsulation(GRE)

GRE, or Generic Routing Encapsulation, is the standard solution for Service Providers that have an established IP network and want… Read More

VPN Technologies

Let’s take a look at some of the technologies that are integral to virtual private networks.VPN Technology Building Blocks Business-ready… Read More

Functions of VPN

The strain on today's corporate networks is greater than ever before. Network managers must continually find ways to connect geographically… Read More

What Are VPNs?

Simply defined, a VPN is an enterprise network deployed on a shared infrastructure employing the same security, management, and throughput… Read More