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    VPN and tunneling.

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by nquach, Apr 24, 2007.

  1. nquach

    nquach Notebook Consultant

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    Would there be any advantage tunnelling my Internet activities through a VPN connection rather than directly using untrusted open and close networks? I really need to update my website but unfortunately, my current public wi-fi network has FTP disabled. Would tunneling help me with this issues of blocked ports and disabled protocols?
     
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    blue68f100 Notebook Virtuoso

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    VPN has several advantages. Outsiders can not see what is going on, even on public networks. The disadvantage is that it requires a ISP with GOOD uplink speed to make it usable. If you have files of any size to transfer.

    Some routers allow you to change the default port. This is a easier solution. VPN can be a bastard to setup.
     
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