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What Is a VPN? - Virtual Private Network

A virtual private network, or VPN, is an encrypted connection over the Internet from a device to a network. The
encrypted connection helps ensure that sensitive data is safely transmitted. It prevents unauthorized people from
eavesdropping on the trac and allows the user to conduct work remotely. VPN technology is widely used in
corporate environments.

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How does a virtual private network (VPN) work?
A VPN extends a corporate network through encrypted connections made over the Internet. Because the trac is
encrypted between the device and the network, trac remains private as it travels. An employee can work outside
the oce and still securely connect to the corporate network. Even smartphones and tablets can connect through a
VPN.

What is secure remote access?


Secure remote access provides a safe, secure way to connect users and devices remotely to a corporate network. It
includes VPN technology that uses strong ways to authenticate the user or device. VPN technology is available to
check whether a device meets certain requirements, also called a device’s posture, before it is allowed to connect
remotely.

Is VPN trac encrypted?


Yes, trac on the virtual network is sent securely by establishing an encrypted connection across the Internet known
as a tunnel. VPN trac from a device such as a computer, tablet, or smartphone is encrypted as it travels through
this tunnel. Osite employees can then use the virtual network to access the corporate network.

Types of VPNs

Remote access

A remote access VPN securely connects a device outside the corporate oce. These devices are known as
endpoints and may be laptops, tablets, or smartphones. Advances in VPN technology have allowed security checks
to be conducted on endpoints to make sure they meet a certain posture before connecting. Think of remote access
as computer to network.

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Site-to-site

A site-to-site VPN connects the corporate oce to branch oces over the Internet. Site-to-site VPNs are used
when distance makes it impractical to have direct network connections between these oces. Dedicated equipment
is used to establish and maintain a connection. Think of site-to-site access as network to network.

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