Virtual Private Network

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A VPN utilizes public network infrastructure to create and maintain privacy via the use of a tunneling protocol. A VPN system may consist of a customer edge device, a provider edge device, and a provider device with Layer 1, 2, and 3 services.

Related Links:

 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_private_network
 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/OpenVPN
 http://www.uri.edu/security/vpn/