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Free VPN Software DownloadsBy Bradley Mitchell, About.com GuideSee More About:vpn clientsvirtual private networksfree software downloadsVirtual Private Network (VPN) software enables private communications over wireless / computer networks via a technology called tunneling. VPN software applications include clients, servers and utility programs. The popular VPN software applications listed below are readily available for free download on the Internet.
1. LogMeIn HamachiHamachi is VPN software that uses a mediation server to establish peer-to-peer connections over UDP. Hamachi is free for use on smaller non-commercial networks (up to 8 users).Vendor's Site2. Cisco VPN ClientThe Cisco VPN client software supports IPSec connections to Cisco VPN concentrators. This VPN software application runs on Windows, Linux and Mac OS X.Buy Direct3. OpenVPNOpenVPN is SSL-based open source VPN software. OpenVPN runs on Windows, Linux and Mac OS X operating systems.More Info4. HideIPHideIP is a VPN service designed to provide anonymous Internet access based in part on OpenVPN technology. HideIP servers use IP addresses based in the United States and United Kingdom, enabling folks in other countries to reach Web sites that limit access based on address geography. Free HideIP service is available in limited quantity, while the subscription service costs about USD $10 per month.5. Shimo 2Apple Mac OS X contains built-in support for virtual private networking. Shimo is a GUI client for Mac OS X computers. The newer Shimo 2 version not only works as a substitute for the Cisco VPN Client on Macs, but it is also compatible with other PPTP, L2TP and SSH based VPN technologies including Hamachi and OpenVPN.Manufacturer's SiteRead Review6. Tinc VPN DaemonThe free Tinc VPN software enables virtual private networking via low-level daemon / network device configuration. Designed originally for Linux / Unix networks, Tinc also works on Windows computers.Manufacturer's Site7. FreeS/WANFreeS/WAN is an IPSec VPN software solution for Linux networks. Active development of FreeS/WAN has stopped, making this solution of interest mainly to students and researchers.Manufacturer's SiteReaders Respond: Which VPN Client Do You Use, and Why?Read responses (8) Share Your ExperienceVPN Clients - Related ResourcesIntroduction to VPNHow to Create VPN Connections in Windows XPTop VPN Books for BeginnersOther Related ResourcesWhat Is PPTP?Do VPN Networks Work With Satellite Internet?Windows FTP Client SoftwareRelated ArticlesVPN Solutions - What Is a VPN?How to Find Out Who's Accessing Your Gmail Account and Revoke Access fo...VPN's: IPSec vs. SSLWhat is VPN? Definition and Examples of VPNWeb Hosting Company Customer Review - FreeolaView the Original article
