Virtual Private Networks

MUST READ VPN protocol choices BOOK EXCERPT - This excerpt from e-book "The tips and tricks guide to securing Windows Server 2003" discusses the differences between PPTP and L2TP/IPSec. Accessing remote VPN server through ISA server EXPERT ANSWER - I have a client site running Win2k SBS with ISA server. I cannot get the internal machines to access the remote VPN server through the ISA server. The connection times out without finding the remote server. Can you shed any ... Remote access Q&A -- Security problems with Windows 2000 VPN BOOK EXCERPT - This excerpt from e-book "The tips and tricks guide to securing Windows Server 2003" answers a question about whether or not to upgrade RRAS to Windows .NET. When to use Remote Desktop over VPN TIP - When providing remote users protected access on a server, determine if they need it for connectivity or management purposes -- then you will know when to use Remote Desktop or VPN. Tackling VPN security without firewalls EXPERT ANSWER - With this latest round of worms it became apparent that our biggest exposure was NOT our front door (the firewall), but rather the back door (laptops brought in from vendors/home, VPN users without firewalls). How are most ...

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	Cisco patches flaws in multiple products SearchSecurity.com | 24 Aug 2006 ARTICLE - Attackers could corrupt files, cause a denial of service and bypass security restrictions via flaws in several of Cisco's firewall and VPN products.

	Security without firewalls: Sensible or silly? SearchSecurity.com | 05 Jun 2006 ARTICLE - The San Diego Supercomputer Center has had only one compromise in nearly six years, without using a firewall. The SDSC's security manager explains how.

	Microsoft swallows Whale to boost data security offerings SearchWinIT.com | 18 May 2006 ARTICLE - Microsoft expanded its security technology arsenal with the acquisition of privately held Whale Communications, a maker of SSL VPN and application firewall software.

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VIRTUAL PRIVATE NETWORKS EXPERTS
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	What's new and improved in IPsec in Windows Server 2008 Submitted By: SearchWindowsSecurity.com | 11 Mar 2008 TIP - Improvements to IPsec in Windows Server 2008 include a simplified configuration console, server and domain isolation and IPsec's conjunction with Network Access Protection (NAP).

	Is a GPO blocking my VPN security scan? 11 Feb 2008 EXPERT ANSWER - Learn how you can circumvent problems with your VPN security scans with this expert advice.

	How can I use Group Policy to manage proxy servers? 04 Jan 2008 EXPERT ANSWER - You can use Group Policy to manage proxy settings for VPN security. Learn how here.

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	VPN security: Testing, troubleshooting and deploying SearchWindowsSecurity.com | 14 Jul 2007 LEARNING GUIDE - In this section of our network access learning guide, learn how to test VPN security, troubleshoot VPN flaws and vulnerabilities as well as learn about VPN alternatives.

	VPN quick tips 19 Nov 2006 FAST GUIDE - This collection of tips and expert advice will help you choose the best VPN technology for your enterprise and will help you to maintain your VPN once it is deployed.

	The hacker handbook: Eleven tips in eleven minutes David Nielson, Assistant Editor | 03 Aug 2006 RESOURCE KIT - Learn what hackers already know that is allowing them to infiltrate your network and what you can do to prevent (and recover from) these attacks.

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	ZoneAlarm firewall software prevents VPN connection through PPTP Microsoft | 09 Aug 2004 BEST WEB LINK - When your Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional-based computer is running the Zone Labs ZoneAlarm firewall software, you may find that you cannot establish a Virtual Private Network (VPN) connection by using the Point-to-Point ...

	Comparing VPN options WindowSecurity.com | 10 Jun 2004 BEST WEB LINK - Virtual private networking has become a necessity for business users who need to remotely access their files. This article discusses the different VPN options that are available. (June 10, 2004)

	A guide to virtual private networking SearchWinIT.com | 01 Sep 2001 BEST WEB LINK - While setting up a virtual private network (VPN) allows your business to access its corporate network from anywhere that you have Internet access, it also raises big security concerns. This article discusses what security ...

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	SEE ALSO - Topics Related to Virtual Private Networks:  Configuration and Deployment , Authentication , Encryption , Hardware , Network Firewalls , ISA Server , Wireless