Discussion: Remote Access Solutions

Remote Authentication Dial-in User Service (RADIUS) is a client/server protocol that provides authentication and authorization for remote users. A virtual private network (VPN) creates a secure, encrypted tunnel over a public network like the Internet for data transfers.

Answer the following question(s):

1. Identify a situation in which RADIUS is a better remote access solution than a VPN.

2. Identify a situation in which a VPN is a better remote access solution than RADIUS.

Requirement: Note that the requirement is to post your initial response by 11:59 PM on Thursday and you must post two additional posts during the week by 11:59 PM on Sunday. I recommend your initial posting to be between 200-to-300 words. The replies to fellow students should range between 100-to-150 words. Please cite per APA rules/guidelines.