Practical -2

Aim: - Sharing of internet by VPN (Virtual Private Network).

VPN: - A VPN or Virtual Private Network is a method used to add security and privacy to private and public networks, like Wi-Fi Hotspots and the Internet. VPNs are most often used by corporations to protect sensitive data.

1. Make sure your computer is connected to your VPN service via the providers client.

2. Connect your media device to the PC using an Ethernet cable 3. Open the Network and Sharing Centre on the PC (Start -> Control Panel -> Network and Sharing Center) and click ‘Change adapter settings’.

4. Find your VPN connection. OpenVPN connections usually aren’t be clearly labelled, so look for one with the description ‘TAP-Win32 Adaptor V9′ (or similar). Right-click on it and select ‘Properties’ from the drop down.

5. Select the ‘Sharing’ tab, and check the ‘Allow other network users to connect through this computer’s internet connection’ box. Then, from the dropdown menu choose ’Local Area Connection’

6. Restart your media device and computer and it should work perfectly.