The document discusses managing network security with pfSense, focusing on OpenVPN and IPSec. It highlights OpenVPN's cross-platform compatibility, customizable features, and SSL/TLS security, while also detailing the setup of an IPSec VPN tunnel for secure communication between two sites. Key components include ISP modems, routers, and switches facilitating connectivity.

1. Managing Network Security with
pfSense
What is OpenVPN
Here are some features that sets OpenVPN apart from other VPNs.
Cross-platform portability
Customization as per client needs
Management through GUI
Security through SSL/TLS
Can control security of VPN tunnel
OpenVPN Use Case
ISP Modem/
Router
Internet Switch
Computers
OpenVPN Server
on pfSense
Laptop/
Desktop
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2. Managing Network Security with
pfSense
IPsec VPN Tunnel Use Case
Authentication
Integrity
Confidentiality
IPsec Features
Here are the key features of IPsec.
ISP Modem/
Router
Internet
Switch 1 (WAN)
Computers
Switch 2 (LAN)
Computers
ISP Modem/
Router
Site A
192.168.1.0/24
Site B
192.168.2.0/24
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