Overview Of Ssl Vpn; Ssl Vpn Features - Novell ACCESS MANAGER 3.1 SP2 - SSL VPN SERVER GUIDE 2010 Manual

Overview of SSL VPN

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The Novell Access Manager SSL VPN uses Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) as the underlying security
protocol for network transmissions. It uses encryption and other security mechanisms to ensure that
data cannot be intercepted and only authorized users have access to the network. Users can access
SSL VPN services from any Web browser.
Section 1.1, "SSL VPN Features," on page 11
Section 1.2, "Traditional and ESP-Enabled SSL VPNs," on page 14
Section 1.3, "SSL VPN Client Modes," on page 16

1.1 SSL VPN Features

Novell SSL VPN comes with a number of key features that make the product secure, easy to access,
and reliable.
Browser-Based End User Access
Novell SSL VPN has browser-based end user access that does not require users to preinstall any
components on their machines. Users can access the SSL VPN services from any Web browser,
from their personal computer, laptop, or from an Internet kiosk.
When users access SSL VPN through the Web browser, they are prompted to authenticate. On
successful authentication, a Java applet or an ActiveX control is delivered to the client, depending
on the browser. This establishes a secure tunnel between the user's machine and the SSL VPN
server.
Support on Linux, Macintosh, and Windows
The SSL VPN client is supported on Linux, Macintosh, and Windows environments. For a complete
list of operating software and browsers that are supported by SSL VPN, see
Requirements" in the Novell Access Manager 3.1 SP2 SSL VPN User
Support on 64-Bit Clients
Enterprise mode SSL VPN can be installed on 64-bit client configurations.
High-Bandwidth and Low-Bandwidth Versions
Novell SSL VPN comes in high-bandwidth and low-bandwidth versions. The default low-
bandwidth SSL VPN server is restricted to 249 simultaneous user connections and a transfer rate of
90 Mbits per second because of export restrictions.
If the export law permits, you can install the high-bandwidth SSL VPN RPM to get the high-
bandwidth capabilities, because that version does not have connection and performance restrictions.
You can order the high-bandwidth SSL VPN key at no extra cost. It is essential to have the high-
bandwidth SSL VPN if you want to cluster the SSL VPN servers.
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