Secure Sockets Layer virtual private network (SSL VPN) is a kind of VPN that runs on Secure Socket Layers technology and is accessible via https over web browsers. It permits users to establish safe and secure remote access sessions from virtually any Internet connected browser. SSL functions between the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) layer and Application Layer protocols. Traditional VPN requires the installation of IPsec client software on a client machine before a connection is established whereas SSL VPN has no such requirement.Corporate users are able to access confidential applications or shared files on standard web browsers. The main benefit of SSL VPN technology is that because it is user-based, not device-based, any authorized user can login from web-enabled PCs for secure, remote access of confidential files. The safety issues are similar to SSL-based credit card online transactions.

For businesses, SSL VPN offers versatility, ease of use and secure, remote access to road warriors, telecommuters, partners and customers who can access the corporate network from multiple locations including home, client networks, public kiosks, and hotspots over varied devices like laptops, mobile devices and home and public desktops. This makes SSL VPN unique in providing anywhere, any device remote access which is not possible with other VPN solutions.

SSL VPN Solutions Provide Secure Network Access

SSL VPN solutions offer a flexible and highly secure way to extend network resources to virtually any remote user with access to the Internet and a web browser. You can customize access and extend the reach of your corporate network to individuals based on their role, including the teleworker, contractor, or business partner.

SSL VPN Features and Benefits

SSL VPN solutions can be customized for companies of any size and deliver remote access connectivity features and benefits such as:

Reduced desktop support costs: Web-based access without preinstalled desktop software facilitates customized remote access based on user and security requirements.

Protection from network security threats: Integrated security in the SSL VPN platform protects against viruses, worms, spyware, and hackers.

Simple, flexible, and cost-effective licensing: Start with as few as 5 users and scale as your needs change on a single license.

Reduced cost and management complexity: Single device for both SSL VPN and IPsec VPN facilitates robust remote access and site-to-site VPN services and eliminates the need for additional security devices.