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12.3 Network Services
The Network Services menu includes:
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OpenVPN
o
LLDP
o
Ping Test
12.3.1 OpenVPN
OpneVPN settings define the security priority. OpenVPN implements virtual private network technology
employing an open source software application. The phone OpenVPN implements User name/password or
certificates for authentication utilizing SSL/TLS (Secure Socket Layer/Transport Layer Security).
OpenVPN is a tried and true VPN solution. It's totally secure and infinitely configurable. You can install and run
this function without relying on a special configuration.
OpenVPN can be a little daunting to configure the first time you jump into it, but once you get your
configuration worked out, it’s a pleasure to use. After you have the software running on your network, it’s
possible to seamlessly perform a great number of tasks. One of the most popular and practical uses for
OpenVPN is its ability to enable secure surfing and from home to office network access—whether you're out
traveling or you're on an open wi-fi access point. It can also be used to connect separate remote networks
together into one large network that is fully routable. As you can see, there’s really no limit to what you can do
with OpenVPN.