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Overview

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Get an introduction to virtual private networks (VPNs). Learn the basics you need to know to set up system access for remote users via VPN.

Syllabus

Introduction
  • What is a VPN?
  • How VPN works
1. VPN Protocols
  • Terms and basics
  • PPTP
  • L2TP over IPSec
  • IKEv2
  • OpenVPN
  • SSTP, WireGuard, and SoftEther
  • SSH
2. IKEv2 and WireGuard with Algo
  • Working with IKEv2 and WireGuard VPN with Algo
  • Connecting to Algo from a mobile device
3. OpenVPN
  • Set up an OpenVPN server
  • Connect to OpenVPN from a mobile device
4. SSH Forwarding
  • Configuring an SSH server
  • Forwarding an SSH connection
  • Using SSH as a SOCKS proxy
5. VPN Implementations
  • Appliances and multifunction devices
  • Connecting from a desktop or laptop
  • Connecting from mobile
  • Commercial VPN providers
  • Planning a VPN solution
Conclusion
  • Troubleshooting tips
  • Next steps

Taught by

Scott Simpson

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