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IPSec

A protocol suite that encrypts and authenticates IP communications.

Security

What IPSec means

IPSec (Internet Protocol Security) is a framework of protocols that secures Internet communications by encrypting and authenticating each IP packet. It’s commonly used to build VPNs (Virtual Private Networks), ensuring data confidentiality and integrity between remote users and corporate networks. MSPs deploy IPSec tunnels to safeguard client connections and protect sensitive traffic from interception. Learn more: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IPsec

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