VPN stands for Virtual Private Networking.
VPNs adds a layer of encryption between your device and your connected network by routing all network traffic through a secure tunnel. A VPN protects your device while connecting remotely to UWSP resources such as restricted databases and systems or even while accessing the internet from unsecure locations like the public Wifi in a coffee shop or airport. VPNs through UWSP provide a layer of encryption by routing your connection through the UWSP network.
You can see how to set up a VPN on your Windows PC or macOS device in the Related Articles section of this page.
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