How to Use a Virtual Private Network (VPN)

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When you connect your computer or mobile device to a CMU Virtual Private Network, your device will act as if it’s on campus. This means you’ll be able to securely access CMU resources even when you’re out of the country.

VPN connections are encrypted, which make them more secure than connecting from public Wi-Fi or even from your home network.  The VPN takes your computer’s request and sends it to a website or system. The requested data is then forwarded back to you through that same secure connection.

At CMU, we use the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client to connect to the network through VPN. You have two choices when connecting to VPN.