Virtual Private Network (VPN)

What is a Virtual Private Network (VPN)?

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) creates a secure, encrypted connection over the internet, used to access a private network from a remote location.

A VPN lets users connect securely to another network over the internet - for example, to access the internet from a remote location, or to securely connect to a private network such as a company's internal network from a public place. By encrypting the data being transmitted, a VPN is far more secure than a regular internet connection.

What is a VPN used for?

A VPN can be used for a variety of purposes, including:

1. Secure remote access: Employees can securely connect to their company's network from home or while traveling.
2. Protecting privacy: Encryption makes it harder for others to track online activity or steal personal information.
3. Bypassing restrictions: A VPN can access websites or services blocked in certain locations.
4. Protecting against hackers: Encrypting the connection makes attacks more difficult.
5. Anonymous browsing: Users can browse more privately by masking their IP address.

VPNs and MIDAS

A VPN is one way that staff using a self-hosted edition of MIDAS on an intranet can securely reach their booking system while working remotely. By connecting through a VPN, remote staff can access an internal MIDAS installation as though they were in the office.