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HOW TO ADD A VPN CONNECTION IN WINDOWS 10
In this digitally connected age, having an Internet connection is
a must. There isn’t much point in having a super fast computer at
your disposal, if you don’t have robust network connectivity to go
with it. However, connecting to the Internet can lead to issues like
malware, data loss etc., if proper security measures are not taken.
This is even more important in case of enterprises. But thanks to
Virtual Private Networks (or VPNs), these problems can be easily
avoided. VPNs let you securely connect to public networks, with the
security benefits of private networks. But why am I telling you all
this?
That’s because Windows 10 includes a built-in VPN functionality
that’s not only powerful, but also easy to use. Can’t wait to find
out more? Jump over the break to see how you can add a VPN
connection in Windows 10. How To Add A VPN Connection In
Windows 10?
Check out the video embedded below, detailing how you can add a VPN
connection in Windows 10:
Setting up a new VPN (Virtual Private Network) connection in Windows
10 is ridiculously straightforward, and takes nothing more than a
couple of seconds. Mentioned below is a little stepwise walk-through
(of course, with screenshots), explaining how it’s done. Read on:
Step 1: Open up the modern style Settings,
and click on the Network & Internet
sub-module. Step 2: From the
options presented on the left, hit VPN, and move
to the right. Now, under the VPN sub-section, click on the Add
a VPN connection option. Step 3: Windows 10’s
built-in VPN connection wizard should now start up, and this is
where all the action takes place. You can use this screen to enter a
whole bunch of important information regarding the VPN connection,
such as VPN provider and connection name, server name/address, VPN
type (protocol), and optional details like username and password.
Once done, hit the Save button. Here’s a screen-grab: That’s all there’s to it. Your VPN
network will now be created, and can be used to securely connect to
public networks. Told you it wouldn’t take more than a couple of
seconds!
Wrap Up
The built-in VPN functionality of Windows 10 lets you
securely connect to public networks, and at the same time, enjoy the
security policies of private networks.
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