Welcome to "VPN Tunneling with OpenVPN: Securing Network Connections". In this guided project, you will learn how to set up and configure a secure VPN using OpenVPN. You will understand VPN and it's importance, and also familiarize yourself with essential OpenVPN features as you create, configure, and troubleshoot an OpenVPN server on a Linux machine. This project is designed for network security consultants and IT professionals who need to implement secure remote work environments for their organizations. Please note that it can only be completed on a Linux (Ubuntu) machine. By the end of this project, you will have a comprehensive understanding of how to install, configure, and manage an OpenVPN server, as well as how to connect clients securely to the VPN and monitor the VPN traffic.
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What you'll learn
Be able to understand VPN tunneling and its importance.
Be able to understand essential OpenVPN features as you create, configure, and troubleshoot an OpenVPN server on a Linux machine.
Optimize VPN performances.
Skills you'll practice
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August 2024
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Learn step-by-step
In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:
Task 1: Introduction to VPN Tunneling and OpenVPN
Task 2: Setting up an OpenVPN Server
Task 3: Configuring OpenVPN Features
Practice Activity
Task 4: Connecting Clients to the OpenVPN Server
Task 5: Optimizing VPN Performance
Task 6: Troubleshooting Common VPN Issues
Cumulative Activity
Recommended experience
Basic understanding of networking concepts
Access to a Linux (ubuntu) machine
Basic knowledge of VPNs, encryptions and security
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Follow along with pre-recorded videos from experts using a unique side-by-side interface.
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