Tunneling
Term · Computing and IT · MLC-T-CMP-001257
A protocol that allows for the secure movement of data from one network to another. It involves encapsulating an entire network protocol within another, creating a virtual private connection across an insecure network like the internet. This technique is commonly used to create Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) or to bypass network restrictions.
| Identifier | MLC-T-CMP-001257 |
|---|---|
| Field | Computing and IT |
| Subject | Internet |
Record as JSON
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