Ī VPN is created by establishing a virtual point-to-point connection through the use of tunneling protocols over existing networks. Encryption is common, although not an inherent part of a VPN connection. VPNs are also used to bypass internet censorship. The benefits of a VPN include security, reduced costs for dedicated communication lines, and greater flexibility for remote workers.
A VPN can extend a private network (one that disallows or restricts public access), enabling users to send and receive data across public networks as if their devices were directly connected to the private network. JSTOR ( May 2021) ( Learn how and when to remove this template message)Ī virtual private network ( VPN) is a mechanism for creating a secure connection between a computing device and a computer network, or between two networks, using an insecure communication medium such as the public Internet.Unsourced material may be challenged and removed.įind sources: "Virtual private network" – news
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