Virtual Private Network (VPN) Basics

A VPN (Virtual Private Network) is a way to connect outside computers to your LAN (Local Area Network) via the Internet.

To make it work, you need the following:

• The multi-user version of Goldenseal.
• A static IP address for your server computer.
• A high-speed Internet connection at your office.
• A high-speed Internet connection at the remote location.

Windows XP and Macintosh OSX include built-in VPN support, so you can create a VPN connection with no additional software.

NOTE-- The VPN software creates a secure connection via the Internet. Your data will be encrypted as it flows over the public Internet, so you don't have to worry about hackers stealing your accounting data.

Click the link for more about VPN setup on a Windows client.
Click the link for more about VPN setup on a Windows server.
Click the link for more about VPN setup on Macintosh.

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