What is a VPN (Virtual Private Network)?
A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is a secure connection that allows your computer to access the University computer network when you are not on campus or if you are using wireless connections.
The University VPN service (once the software is installed on your computer) allows you to establish a secure connection so that the data passed between your computer and the University network is protected, as it is strongly encrypted.
You can then be confident that your files, emails and passwords etc. cannot be inspected by others.
- Why do I need a VPN?
- More about VPN - external link to Wikipedia