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.

Make sure your responses do not duplicate the reactions of other students. Scan the answers provided by other students and post your comments or questions about their items in the discussion area. 

Use the following checklist to support your work on the assignment:

• I have engaged in a discussion of the assigned topics with at least two of my peers.
• I have raised questions and solicited peer and instructor input on the topics discussed.
• I have articulated my position clearly and logically.
• I have supported my argument with data and factual information.
• I have provided relevant citations and references to support my position on the issue discussed.
• I have compared and contrasted my position with the perspectives offered by my peers and highlighted the critical similarities and differences.
• I have solicited peer and instructor feedback on my arguments and propositions.
• I have offered a substantive and critical evaluation of my peer’s perspective on the issues that is opposite of mine and supported my critical review with data and information.
• I have followed the submission requirements.