Step by step: Configure a Windows Server 2003 VPN—Server side

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Overview: Set up a Windows Server 2003-based PPTP virtual private network (VPN) with this step-by-step installation and configuration guide.

No matter how small or large your network may be it is a safe bet that as the administrator you will be asked to configure a virtual private network (VPN). Connecting to the network from a remote location is just part of the business landscape. This download explains how to set up a Windows Server 2003-based PPTP VPN using the Routing and Remote Access Wizard. The steps include an explanation on how to:

Determine which network adapter to use for the VPN connection
Deploy the accessible user addresses
Decide what means of authentication you want to provide

How many of your users connect to your network via VPN? How much trouble is it for you to maintain?

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