VPN Security Features
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What is the primary purpose of a kill switch in a VPN?

  • To authenticate users with two-factor authentication
  • To encrypt internet traffic
  • To terminate preselected programs in case of a sudden downtime (correct)
  • To bypass geo-restricted content
  • What is the main benefit of using two-factor authentication in a VPN?

  • To reduce the likelihood of uninvited third parties accessing the secure connection (correct)
  • To access geo-restricted content
  • To increase internet speed
  • To bypass firewalls
  • In which country is the use of VPNs planned to be blocked by next year?

  • United Kingdom
  • Canada
  • United States
  • China (correct)
  • What is the primary purpose of a Remote Access VPN?

    <p>To permit a user to connect to a private network and access its resources remotely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances is using a VPN service illegal?

    <p>When used for illegal activities like fraud or cyber theft</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason why Chinese Internet users use VPNs?

    <p>To privately access websites blocked under China's 'great firewall'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key advantage of L2TP over PPTP?

    <p>Stronger encryption algorithm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of encryption protocol does OpenVPN use?

    <p>SSL/TLS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key feature of OpenVPN that adds an extra layer of security?

    <p>Two-factor authentication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a limitation of L2TP compared to other VPN protocols?

    <p>It is less secure than other VPN protocols</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common use case for L2TP and OpenVPN?

    <p>Accessing internal resources such as email, file servers, or databases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key advantage of OpenVPN over L2TP?

    <p>It offers more advanced security features</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key advantage of SSL VPNs?

    <p>They offer a simpler and more secure way to access internal resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of VPN uses the same encryption protocols as HTTPS?

    <p>SSL VPNs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common use case for VPNs?

    <p>Accessing internal resources such as email, file servers, or databases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of VPN is considered one of the oldest VPN protocols?

    <p>PPTP VPNs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key advantage of PPTP VPNs?

    <p>They are relatively easy to set up</p> Signup and view all the answers

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