VPN

VPN stands for Virtual Private Network.

A VPN connection is a secure connection that uses the Internet to transfer information between computers. To create a virtual private network connection, you'll need to follow the instructions on your computer and select the option most appropriate to "Connect to a private network through the Internet". You cannot use "Dial Up Private Network" option as the W3Z service is not a dial up (telephone based) service, so you should find the option you need in the Network Services area of your operating system.

For a VPN to work properly, both your computer and the computer you wish to connect to (usually a work computer or a friends') must have a fixed IP address. This effectively sets up a secure "tunnel" through the Internet between the two computers.

A fixed IP (Internet Protocol) address allows the two computers to find each other once they have connected to the Internet, once they have found each other using the fixed IP addresses, they then authenticate by exchanging a username and password.

You can purchase a fixed IP address which will allow you to set up a VPN from W3Z for £4.70 incl VAT a month each.

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