What Is VPN?

Virtual Private Network; an encrypted tunnel that allows secure remote access to a private network over an untrusted public network.

VPN across 2 exams

VPN appears on the following exams. Each defines it in the context candidates are tested on:

Network+: Virtual Private Network; an encrypted tunnel that allows secure remote access to a private network over an untrusted public network.
A+: Virtual Private Network — an encrypted tunnel that extends a private network across a public network, allowing secure remote access.