vpn News and Other Resources

Lauren Malhoit offers a succinct guide for quickly setting up a virtual private network (VPN) using Cisco ASA 5505, that also allows users to connect to the internet.

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Fixing DNS and authentication problems when using a VPN

July 23, 2012 5:34am PDT

When you use a VPN to access a remote network you might need some configuration changes on the client PC to ensure you can access resources on both networks.

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How to switch boot partitions through a VPN tunnel

May 22, 2012 12:16pm PDT

Daryl Lucas explains how he rebooted his office PC into a different OS while tunneled into it through a VPN tunnel.

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Configure and connect to VPN services in Lion Server

March 6, 2012 7:00am PST

Erik Eckel details the steps to configuring VPN connectivity and connecting via a configuration profile or by manually entering VPN settings in Mac Lion Server.

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Product Review: Ivacy VPN provider

January 13, 2012 1:38pm PST

For those who need a quick way to secure an Internet connection over any unencrypted wireless hotspot, Ivacy VPN has got your back.

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Troubleshooting tips for VPN issues in Mac Lion Server

December 9, 2011 10:44am PST

Wil Limoges explains the most common reasons that your VPN may not be working on your Mac Lion Server. Here is his network troubleshooting tip.

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DIY: Wireless printing while on a VPN

November 16, 2011 10:27am PST

In this installment of Ask Jack, read about one way to print to print wireless printers while being connected to the VPN.

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Securing your independent consultancy

October 7, 2011 10:52pm PDT

Consultants can be clients' biggest gaping security hole. Find out why, and learn about ways to lock down those potential leaks.

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Simplified site-to-site VPN with Peplink

October 4, 2011 12:53pm PDT

Derek Schauland demonstrates how the Peplink and Pepwave bonding routers that he's previously reviewed can be configured to allow site-to-site and IPsec VPN connections.

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Configure VRF-aware Site-to-Site IPsec VPN on a Cisco router

September 29, 2011 9:00am PDT

Brandon Carroll takes you through an example configuration of creating a site-to-site IPsec VPN on a Cisco router that also uses Virtual Routing and Forwarding to duplicate routing tables.

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Seven features to consider for mobile VPN services

September 19, 2011 6:33pm PDT

Scott Lowe offers a list of features to keep in mind when considering smartphone mobile VPN services.

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Securely connect your Android smartphone via VPN

August 15, 2011 9:06am PDT

Deb Shinder explains how you can use a VPN to connect your Android smartphone to your home or work network.

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DirectAccess with Microsoft UAG: A smart way to start using IPv6

June 28, 2011 12:00pm PDT

John Joyner suggests one way for organizations to start using IPv6 -- by deploying a solution that allows remote workers to access IPv6-based corporate resources over the public IPv4 Internet.

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DIY: VPN vs. Terminal Services in a Windows Server 2003 environment

April 28, 2011 3:50pm PDT

Jack Wallen offers a TechRepublic member advice about whether it's better to use a VPN or a terminal server to set up a remote access solution for a Windows Server 2003 environment.

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Use Hamachi VPN on your Linux clients

February 14, 2011 5:00am PST

If you need to set up a VPN on your Linux machine, and you don't want to deal with the hassle of configuring OpenVPN (or passing traffic through a router), there is a solution. Jack Wallen has the...

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Connect to a PPTP VPN from your Android phone

January 21, 2011 11:49am PST

The Android platform has an outstanding built-in VPN connection tool. Jack Wallen describes how Android users can set up and connect to a VPN with the help of a PPTP VPN.

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Troubleshoot VPN connections with these 10 tips

January 18, 2011 11:44am PST

Targeting the cause of a VPN problem requires a systematic troubleshooting process. Brien Posey explains steps you can follow to zero in on the culprit.

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