EDN

IPsec, a Tutorial–Part X

IKE Phase II negotiation is done in only one mode, quick mode. Due to the fact that Phase II negotiation's goal is establishment of an IPsec SA, quick mode exchange must inform both crypto endpoints ...
EDN

IPsec, a Tutorial–Part IX

For smaller networks on which keys can be manually defined, IKE preshared keys (PSKs) can be used. PSKs are manually defined in the IKE policy of each crypto endpoint. Once crypto and ISAKMP policies ...
Ars Technica

Convert Cisco IPsec instructions to built-in VPN client setup?

I have to use a VPN to get Internet right now. On Windows, they only seem to give instructions on how to use the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client (yikes). Unfortunately, this stupid thing is ...