VPN Support                       

VPN allows College network users to connect to internal college services over their off-campus high speed connections. You have a couple of options. Try AlgVPN first in most cases, then try others if you have trouble. You may find that some applications work better with a particular VPN. You can always call ITS Help Desk for support if needed.

Option		Which should I choose? How do they compare?
		Brief Description	Student - Staff	Access to:
ALGVPN		* aka AnyConnect * Web-based connection into the college network. * Good for Windows, Linux and MAC * Very minor setup to install. Benefits: * No settings * Easy to use * Works for most Windows, Linux and MAC		Most internal college systems
SecurePortal		* Web-based connection into the college network. * Good for Windows, Linux and MAC * No settings to do and no installation Benefits: * No settings or installation, very easy to use.		Only OPS, MyAlgonquin and OWA
VPN Client		Do not use this method unless AlgVPN fails * aka IPSEC Client-based connection into the college network. (Download and install) * Settings are operating system dependant. * Windows, Mac or Linux Benefits * No limit to number of connections	(Also to be used by remote contract staff )	Most internal college systems