Remote Access Flashcards
What is remote access?
It enables you to work and access your data from anywhere in the world. Remote access has numerous benefits for both individuals and businesses. As discussed earlier, it is especially useful for troubleshooting IT issues, but it also increases productivity, and enhances collaboration among teams working from different locations. Remote access can also reduce travel costs associated with in-person meetings.
What is tunneling?
Tunneling is a process by which VPN software connects to the destination and sends data. Some of the protocols VPNs use include IPSec, SSL or TLS, PPTP, L2TP, and OpenVPN and others.
What is remote desktop protocol?
Remote Desktop Protocol, or RDP. This Microsoft protocol allows users to connect to a remote computer and access its desktop and applications. RDP is built into the Windows operating systems and is commonly used for remote access to individual computers or servers.
What is used for unsecured networks or free Wifi?
IT technicians use the Secure Shell, or SSH, which you’ve learned about earlier. Remember, SSH provides encrypted communication between the client and server, protecting sensitive data from interception. SSH is commonly used for remote administration of servers, routers, and other network devices.
What is Remote Access Services (RAS) or Routing and Remote Access Service (RRAS)?
A Microsoft technology that allows dialing into a network from a remote location. It allows remote users to establish a secure connection to the network over a phone line or the internet. RAS is a predecessor of Routing and Remote Access Service, or RRAS. This built-in Windows operating system tool enables remote access and routing services. It can be used to create a VPN server as well as dial up, and wireless networking connections. RRAS also supports several authentication methods.
