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Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) are one of the latest buzzwords around the computer networking industry. VPNs connect users across a shared, public network providing connectivity to centralized applications and resources. The goal of the Virtual Private Network is to take a low cost public network like the Internet and, using complex security measures, create a "private network". With the number of remote access users increasing significantly, companies are seeking solutions to meet this need. VPNs and "extranets" meet this unique need with improved access and reduced costs.

The corporate network is connected to the Internet with firewall services implemented. Remote users with VPN Client Software connect to the Internet via a local ISP (Internet Service Provider) like EarthLink or America Online. The connection is secured in the VPN tunnel through the Internet public network.

VPN offers many benefits to corporate networks, including:

• Cost savings for dedicated and dial-up connections
• Extended networking with large geographic coverage
• Access to local service provider networking expertise
• Simplified enterprise networking and WAN operations
• Increased networking reliability with improved uptime

Virtual Private Networks offer the rapid enabling of new services and facility connections across the globe. In designing and implementing a VPN, organizations should keep the following issues in mind to insure success:

• Designs should be scalable to address the needs of increased business requirements
• Must assure end-to-end reliability
• Provide for the integration of legacy protocols and services
• Allocate bandwidth to ensure critical applications receive appropriate throughput
• Maintain security of corporate data

Advanced CompuNet offers Design and Implementation services, which include complete VPN solutions. For your VPN needs the best equipment like from Cisco or Nortel Networks will be used. Please contact Advanced CompuNet for further details.