What is VPN?

Virtual Private Network is a type of private

network that uses public telecommunication, such
as the Internet, instead of leased lines to
communicate.
History of VPN
History of VPN starts since 1960 when there were ARPANET
and MILNET used that time where ARPANET was used for
communication among universities and MILNET was used
for US military purpose. That time there was cold war
between Russia and USA used VPN for secure
communication among his cities through virtual private
network
 Brief Overview of How it Works
1.The VPN software on your computer encrypts your data traffic and sends it to
the VPN server through a secure connection. The data also goes through your
Internet Service Provider, but they can no longer snoop because of the
encryption.
2.The encrypted data from your computer is decrypted by the VPN server.
3.The VPN server will send your data on to the internet and receive a reply,
which is meant for you, the user.
4.The traffic is then encrypted again by the VPN-server and is sent back to you.
5.The VPN-software on your device will decrypt the data so you can actually
understand and use it.
Difference B/W VPN And Proxy
Server
 Private Networks
vs.
Virtual Private Networks
Employees can access the network (Intranet) from remote
locations.

Secured networks.

The Internet is used as the backbone for VPNs

Saves cost tremendously from reduction of equipment and

maintenance costs.

Scalability
Device Types
What it means

3 types
◦ Hardware
◦ Firewall
◦ Software
◦ SSL Base
 Device Types: Hardware
Usually a VPN type of router

Pros Cons
• Highest network throughput • Cost
• Plug and Play • Lack of flexibility
• Dual-purpose
 Device Types: Firewall
More security?

Pros Cons
• “Harden” Operating System • Still relatively costly
• Tri-purpose
• Cost-effective
 Device Types: Software
Ideal for 2 end points not in same org.
Great when different firewalls implemented

Pros Cons
• Flexible • Lack of efficiency
• Low relative cost • More labor training
required
• Lower productivity;
higher labor costs
SSL VPN