This chapter introduced you to the concept of virtual private networks. As I mentioned in the chapter introduction, I'll expand on many of the topics and issues discussed here in future chapters.
Next up is Chapter 2, "VPN Technologies," where I delve further into technologies used by VPNs to provide protection for data, such as keys, encryption algorithms, hashing functions, and authentication methods.
Part I: VPNs
Overview of VPNs
VPN Technologies
IPsec
PPTP and L2TP
SSL VPNs
Part II: Concentrators
Concentrator Product Information
Concentrator Remote Access Connections with IPsec
Concentrator Remote Access Connections with PPTP, L2TP, and WebVPN
Concentrator Site-to-Site Connections
Concentrator Management
Verifying and Troubleshooting Concentrator Connections
Part III: Clients
Cisco VPN Software Client
Windows Software Client
3002 Hardware Client
Part IV: IOS Routers
Router Product Information
Router ISAKMP/IKE Phase 1 Connectivity
Router Site-to-Site Connections
Router Remote Access Connections
Troubleshooting Router Connections
Part V: PIX Firewalls
PIX and ASA Product Information
PIX and ASA Site-to-Site Connections
PIX and ASA Remote Access Connections
Troubleshooting PIX and ASA Connections
Part VI: Case Study
Case Study
Index