[NTLUG:Discuss] (no subject)

[Mark Bainter]

Frank Lewis [frank.lewis at netzero.net] wrote:
> If there are linux gateways between the two points, then a VPN might be
> the best way to go. You can connect the two Linux boxes via VPN and then
> connect to your shares over the VPN link. You can also do Linux-to-NT
> VPN or NT-to-NT VPN which I don't suggest either of, but they are all
> more secure than wide open Internet accessible NT Shares. Another way to
> go is Hardware VPN's such as Cisco or other vendors. VPN is definitely
> the best way to go given the options available.
>  

Don't forget to setup replicating WINS servers at each end.