NetModule NB3711, User Manual

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NB3711 User Manual 4.0
5.6.3. PPTP
The Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is a method for implementing virtual
private networks between two hosts. PPTP is easy to configure and widely deployed
amongst Microsoft Dial-up networking servers. However, due to its weak encryption
algorithms, it is nowadays considered insecure but it still provides a straightforward way
for establishing tunnels.
Figure 5.33.: PPTP Administration
When setting up a PPTP tunnel, you would need to choose between server or client. A
client tunnel requires the following parameters to be set:
Parameter PPTP Client Settings
Server address The address of the remote server
Username The user-name used for authentication
Password The password used for authentication
Please note that username and password are not used when setting up clients with fixed
addresses.
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