Clear, up–to–date explanations on what virtual private networks are all about
In the two years since the first edition of this book was published, the proliferation of products claiming to be right for virtual private networks (VPNs) has created intense confusion. This book cuts through the confusion, providing network managers with much–needed guidance on how to choose cost–effective solutions from the dizzying array of available VPN products. Updating the information on all the fast–moving technologies affecting VPNs, the Second Edition covers in detail the new concept of business–quality VPNs and how it combines security and quality of service to support business–critical applications. Readers will find loads of cutting–edge information on the important issues they will encounter, including the link between optical networking and virtual private networks, cryptography, different types of VPNs, design issues and solutions, interoperability of equipment, and major classes of VPN hardware and software.
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Everything you need to know about selecting, designing, building, and managing the right VPN for your company Building and Managing Virtual Private Networks Get complete answers to all your VPN questions in Building and Managing Virtual Private Networks. International networking guru Dave Kosiur provides a candid assessment of the current state of VPN technology. With the help of fascinating and informative case studies based on the experiences of organizations at the forefront of the VPN revolution, he clearly explains the basic concepts and technologies involved, as well as the business reasons for making the switch to an Internet–based network. And he provides practical guidance on all aspects of designing, building, and managing the best VPN for your organization. You get the complete lowdown on:
∗ The pros and cons of all VPN types now available
∗ All major classes of VPN hardware and software
∗ Key VPN design issues and business solutions
∗ Detailed cost comparison
∗ Selecting the right ISP for your VPN
∗ Building a high–performance extranet
∗ Remote access
∗ VPN security threats and solutions, including best–in–class cryptographic techniques
∗ Firewalls and routers
DAVE KOSIUR, PhD, is a networking consultant and former product manager for PSInet. He is also the award–winning author of several bestselling networking guides, including The MacWorld Networking Bible, How Local Area Networks Work, Understanding Electronic Commerce, and IP Multicasting: The Complete Guide to Interactive Corporate Networks. He also regularly writes on networking and security issues for PC Week, Sunworld Online, and ZD Internet Computing.
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