Making 2 ends meet

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Samantha

Hi,

I will like to join 2 LANS that are miles apart. In very
basic terms what hardware do I require, for example
routers, bridges, gateways etc. And what is the difference
between a router and a bridge? And this there a website
that will make clear all this? Thanks
 
If both networks are connected to the internet you can create a VPN
connection to tunnel through the internet without the need for additional
hardware,with the right config that can be a safe connection. Visit the msdn
library for info on creating VPNs.
 
Hi Samantha,

If the 2 LANS can access the Internet, you are in great shape and don't have to buy anything
else. You can create a VPN tunnel between the two LANS and share resources.

308208 HOW TO: Install and Configure a Virtual Private Network Server in
http://kb/article.asp?id=Q308208

If the 2 LANS do not presently have Internet connectivity, then you will need to obtain whatever
hardware it will take to make those connections to the Internet first before creating the VPN
tunnel.

Hope this helps,
Gary


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