The acronym VPN stands for Virtual Private Network, translating Virtual Private Network. In a less technical way, the main function of creating a VPN connection is to be able to access data on another computer in a secure way . We have already covered this topic in another article here on the blog, in which you will have more detailed information about the tool.
Many business owners are not aware of the tool, or, in many cases, do not know its real function and its great importance for companies that have offices with sensitive and important data for the business.
But after all, who really needs a VPN connection ? Below we list the most common uses and reasons for using the tool, so that you can assess whether your company fits into one of them.
Who needs Business VPN?
Naturally, the function of a VPN is to help increase data security when accessing resources on a network that you are not physically connected to. However, visualizing the need for this and especially the importance is a little more difficult. Therefore, we have listed some examples of scenarios where the use of a business VPN is extremely relevant:
- Home Office : the employee, director or owner who is working remotely can use the VPN to access resources and files on the company's physical network. Making data access and operations carried out (banking transactions and file transfers) much more secure.
- Privacy in communication : there is a lot of information and strategies used in companies that can be considered confidential for logistical reasons, or business details that make a difference compared to competitors. To have secure and encrypted communication between employees, directors and owners, it is important to use a VPN connection.
- External work : in many areas of the labor market there are external workers. They do their work, most of the time, away from the company's premises and on many occasions they need to access important data that is stored on the company's physical server. What most of them don't know is that for this access to be done securely, a VPN connection must be used.
If you or one of your employees falls into one of these cases, I have good news. Below we list a step-by-step guide on how to create a VPN connection with Lumiun quickly and simply.
Step-by-step: How to create a VPN connection with Lumiun?
Before knowing how to create a VPN connection with Lumiun, it is important to know how it works . Basically, Lumiun Business VPN is a solution specifically for small and medium-sized businesses, which offers employees secure remote access and monitoring of data security threats.
After the VPN connection, the user's computer, whether at home or elsewhere, will be connected to the company's internal network. With this you will be able to establish a remote desktop connection to the computer that is connected to the company's network, and you will also be able to access servers and systems on the internal network in a more secure way.
Everything understood? So let's go step-by-step to create a connection with Lumiun's Business VPN.
Step 1
Hiring: request to hire the tool from our team .
Step 2
Lumiun Box : after hiring, you will receive Lumiun Box to connect to your network. Installation is very simple and does not require technical knowledge. At every stage you have the support of our support team.
There is no need for technical knowledge to install the equipment.
Step 3
Control Panel: now simply access the Lumiun control panel, activate the Business VPN and determine the users who will be allowed access via VPN.
Step 4
VPN Client: download the VPN Client software and configuration file from the Lumiun control panel and install it on devices that will be used in the home office, or when traveling, for a secure remote connection to the company network. Then, with the VPN Client installed, establish the VPN connection by entering username and password.
Ready! You are connected via Business VPN to your company's network .
Step 5 (extra)
Monitoring: if you have an Administrator user account, you can monitor which users are connected via VPN and also which websites the user is accessing, using the Lumiun control panel .
Guide to download
If you still have questions about how Business VPN works, don't worry. We have prepared material with more details on the previous steps that you can download and read whenever you want.
Cool, you now know how to remotely access your company's data and equipment in a safe and secure way . If you want to know how to access the remote desktop, we published an article with a tutorial, you can access it whenever you want.
Now you may be wondering: why use Lumiun Business VPN ? Well, I already imagined that you would have this question and I prepared some answers.
Benefits and Advantages of Lumiun Business VPN
- Remote access to the company's internal network systems and resources , such as the ERP system, intranet and file servers.
- Access via remote desktop to computers located on the company's internal network.
- Manager determines which employees will be allowed remote access via VPN .
- The VPN implements an encrypted tunnel that protects the data transmitted against information leaks .
- While the VPN is connected, with access to the company's internal resources, the employee will have their browsing protected and monitored via the Lumiun control panel (website link), to increase security .
- Browsing safety when accessing the internet in public places with less reliable networks .
- Activating Lumiun's VPN feature is simple and does not require additional configuration on the internet router.
Most of the tools that offer the VPN connection service have some user limitation, or do not have a control system combined with the tool, or the contracting prices are unfeasible. Below we list some companies that offer this service and their characteristics.
NordVPN
- Price: US$ 11.95 / month ( R$ 70.26 in the current dollar rate)
- User limit: 1 / account
- Device limit: 6 simultaneous
- Internet access control: none
ExpressVPN
- Price: US$ 12.95 / month ( R$ 76.14 at the current dollar rate)
- User limit: 1 / account
- Device limit: 5 simultaneous
- Internet access control: none
Perimeter 81
- Price: US$40.00 / month ( R$235.20 at the current dollar rate)
- User limit: 5 / account
- Device limit: no limit
- Internet access control: has control
Lumiun Business VPN
- Price: R$ 140.00 / month
- User limit: no limit
- Device limit: 10 simultaneous
- Internet access control: has control
Lumiun's Business VPN, among the previous alternatives, is the only Brazilian solution, with 100% support in Portuguese and which receives payments in local currency (R$).
It's a great solution specifically for small and medium businesses so they can offer their employees secure remote access and monitor security threats.
A great advantage of Lumiun's Corporate VPN over other Corporate VPN solutions is that it applies to employees who are working remotely, in a home office, the same rules for protecting and monitoring internet access that exist on the company's internal network. internet usage policy remains in force , with the aim of improving information security and employee productivity.
The Business VPN is already included when purchasing the Enterprise Plan , which costs from R$140/month, with no user limit and up to 10 simultaneous devices . When contracting the Enterprise plan, in addition to the Business VPN, the customer also receives the Lumiun Box with complete control of internet access in the company, traffic control, firewall and many other features.
Well, now you know what a VPN connection is, how to install the Lumiun Business VPN and what its advantages are compared to its competitors. The time has come to find out how the tool is used by those who use it.
See below an interview with the Senior IT consultant from the company Auditeste who told us exactly what it's like to use the tool.
Success Case
The vast majority of managers and company owners who need to somehow remotely access the company's servers are afraid of using VPN due to multiple factors: difficulty, adaptation, lack of knowledge and cost .
To answer these questions, we provide an interview with the Senior IT consultant from the company Auditeste who hired Lumiun especially because of the Business VPN.
In the material you will find:
- Problems before using Lumiun Business VPN;
- Competitor research;
- How was the tool implemented;
- The reason for the decision;
- Summary of using Lumiun Business VPN;
- History of Auditeste Software Quality Consulting.
Conclusion
If you've made it this far, I believe you have understood how the Business VPN works, how it can be useful for your company and that it is clear that it has become increasingly necessary, considering the current pandemic scenario, with most employees working from home. .
See also our article on mobile VPN connection, in the article: How and why to use a VPN on your cell phone .
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If you have any questions, leave a comment below or send an email to kelvin@lumiun.com .
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