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connecting 2 offices using DSL

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by verwirrrung

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We have two offices to be connected via WAN using direct dial-up connection. Can I use DSL to connect the two offices together? Do I need just two DSL modems or is there other equipments needed? Please help!!

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by micxba

You cannot just connect 2 DSL Modems with each other like you can do Modems. After the DSL Modem is pure ATM and unless you want to build the whole ATM circuit and lease line from the Telco, you cannot do it. In order to create a WAN link between 2 DSL Modems both of course would need to be connected to its respective DSL ISP. Then use VPN whatever to connect the two.

by kevin

Both offices will needs a DSL account with an ISP. You can then setup a VPN between the two sites.
The VPN solution may require additional equipment if you decide on a hardware solution. Windows 2000 has VPN capabilities so additional hardware is not absolutely required.

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