How IPSec VPNs Work

WatchGuard Branch Office VPN, Mobile VPN with IPSec, Mobile VPN with L2TP, and Mobile VPN with IKEv2 use the IPSec protocol suite to establish virtual private networks between devices or mobile users. Before you configure an IPSec VPN, especially if you configure a manual branch office VPN tunnel, it is helpful to understand how IPSec VPNs work.

For more information, see:

• Branch Office VPN Terminology
• About IPSec Algorithms and Protocols
• About IPSec VPN Negotiations
• Configure Phase 1 and Phase 2 Settings

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