An IP-VPN is designed specifically for businesses and organizations that want to connect their networks (offices) to each other. This is done within the Infracom network using MPLS (Multi-Protocol Label Switching).
By connecting the networks, a single transparent corporate network is created. This network is completely isolated from the public (internet) network, ensuring maximum security while still allowing all data to be shared.
If the network is also used by third parties, it is considered a VPN. This is what most people are familiar with and what is still used by many companies. With a VPN, a VPN is defined on the customer’s router for the other location(s). This is also one of the biggest issues: in every router, VPNs must be configured and maintained, and with multiple locations, the network quickly becomes difficult to manage.
With an IP-VPN, NO VPN is defined at the end-user location, and simple modems can be used. All connections are linked within our network into a single, organized network.
Compared to a traditional VPN network, an IP-VPN offers several advantages:
Due to the closed nature of an IP-VPN, there is no default access to the internet or email. In this respect, an IP-VPN is very similar to a leased line or black fiber connection, connecting offices without providing access to other locations.
In many cases, internet access is still desired, for example offices connected via existing DSL lines where employees also need to access the internet and email. In this situation, the IP-VPN is enabled through a Mpix firewall, which is integrated into your IP-VPN and provides controlled access to the internet, email, FTP, and similar services.
The Managed Firewall is maintained by Infracom and configured entirely according to your requirements.