Linux® Routing

VPN Routing Basics

Typically,VPNs are set up through a firewall rather than a router. However, because we’re using Linux we’ve got the flexibility to combine the two. Alternatively, you could still use Linux for the router and firewall/VPN but build them on separate boxes for security purposes.Whatever you want to do, Linux is flexible enough for you to do it.

A VPN is an alternative to expensive leased lines that are closed to other network traffic. By making use of the Internet as a bridge between networks, companies can save a lot of money and still be secure by utilizing a VPN.

A Little More About VPNs

As you probably already know,VPN stands for Virtual Private Network. Because the Internet is hideously insecure, you wouldn’t want to transmit ...