Networking · Network Security Basics
VPN Basics
Understand encrypted tunnels, VPN endpoints, and the boundaries of VPN protection.
2 min micro-lessonLesson focus
VPN BasicsDescribe the key ideas behind “VPN Basics” and apply them to a familiar technology scenario.
Video resources will be added as each NEST lesson is published.Learning objective
What you will understand
Describe the key ideas behind “VPN Basics” and apply them to a familiar technology scenario.
Key ideas
- Tunnel
- Encryption
- VPN limitations
Try it
Diagram a device-to-VPN-to-service connection path.
Quick recap
Understand encrypted tunnels, VPN endpoints, and the boundaries of VPN protection.