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Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)

You should consider implementing a VPN if you are:

• currently using a leased line.
• accessing your network from home or from the road without using proper encryption and authentication techniques.
• adding a new branch or office within your company.
• equipping mobile outside sales staff with laptop or handheld computers.
• establishing a relationship with a partner company that will require them to have access to data within your network.

A VPN (or Virtual Private Network) is a way in which to take a public Internet connection and “tunnel” a secure connection through it. Using this tunnel, you can protect the data that travels through the tunnel from methods to intercept it on the way to its destination. This provides to a company similar capabilities as a leased line but at a much lower cost.

There are two types of VPNs. One type is useful for telecommuters or mobile employees who need to access data within the corporate network from their PC or laptop. The other type is useful for companies who have multiple offices or branches and would like to connect them over a public network such as the Internet.

Implementing a VPN can significantly reduce your costs while improving network security and employee productivity. Let us help you wade through the options and find what is best for you.