When a VPN establishes a private link over the internet, this process is commonly referred to as what?
- Encapsulation
- Fragmentation
- Routing
- Tunneling
When a VPN establishes a private link over the internet, this process is commonly referred to as "Tunneling." Tunneling involves encapsulating the data within a secure and encrypted connection, creating a virtual tunnel through which data can safely travel over the public internet, ensuring confidentiality and integrity.
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