August 2015
Intermediate to advanced
364 pages
7h 35m
English
Overview
Mastering OpenVPN provides a comprehensive exploration of building secure virtual private networks (VPNs) using the popular open-source tool OpenVPN. The book takes you through the technical and practical methodologies for establishing, managing, and troubleshooting VPN networks effectively, aimed at both professional and academic audiences.
What this Book will help me do
- Understand the operational modes of OpenVPN and how to configure them appropriately.
- Build and manage PKI (Public Key Infrastructure) and certificates for secure communication.
- Set up and integrate OpenVPN on various platforms including PCS, mobile devices, and tablets.
- Secure and enhance your network deployment with robust authentication and monitoring mechanisms.
- Troubleshoot OpenVPN configurations and optimize its performance for different environments.
Author(s)
Eric F Crist and Jan Just Keijser, seasoned network and security professionals, bring their extensive experience together in Mastering OpenVPN. Eric is known for his thorough expertise in network engineering and his vast experience working with VPN configurations in various industrial settings. Jan Just Keijser complements this with his deep technical know-how in secure information systems and software implementations. Together, they have crafted this guide to aid professionals in mastering the design and deployment of secure networks.
Who is it for?
Mastering OpenVPN is aimed at network administrators, IT professionals, and anyone involved in system security looking to learn about secure VPN deployment using OpenVPN. This book assumes that the reader has a basic understanding of TCP/IP networking and system administration. It caters to both individuals looking to enhance their knowledge of VPN technologies and organizations needing to establish secure network connections. If you're keen on leveraging OpenVPN to its full potential, this book is a solid match for your needs.
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