A virtual private network (VPN) extends a private network across a public network, and enables users to send and receive data across shared or public networks as if their computing devices were directly connected to the private network. Applications running across a VPN may therefore benefit from the functionality, security, and management of the private network.
Types of VPN
Traditional VPN ( Point to Point Connection) used to connect to Remote networks over public networks securely.
Anonymizer VPN (Web Access in Public areas where geo-restriction, censorship, proxy servers, may prevent access. and to protect personal identity and locations to stay anonymous