Design and Configure Point-to-Site VPN with Azure Virtual Network Gateway
Description
Azure Virtual Network is a service provided by Microsoft Azure that allows users to create and manage virtual private networks (VPNs) within the Azure cloud environment. It enables the creation of isolated networks that can securely connect to other Azure services or to on-premises networks. With Azure Virtual Network, users can create and manage virtual machines (VMs), control network traffic, and set up network security policies to protect their data and applications.
This service is an essential component for building complex, multi-tier applications that require secure and reliable communication between different components. Azure Virtual Network provides flexibility and scalability to meet the changing needs of businesses of all sizes, making it a popular choice for organizations looking to move to the cloud.
You will learn how to use Azure virtual network gateway resource to configure and deploy Point-to-site VPN in this hands-on lab.
Learning objectives
Upon completion of this advanced-level lab, you will be able to:
- Deploy a virtual network gateway resource
- Create a self-signed certificate using Windows Server
- Understand the VPN connection methodology
Intended audience
- Candidates for Azure Network Engineer Exam (AZ-700)
- Cloud Architects
- Network Engineers
- DevOps Engineers
- Software Engineers
Prerequisites
Familiarity with the following will be beneficial but is not required:
- Azure Virtual Machine
- Azure Virtual Network
The following content can be used to fulfill the prerequisites:
Updates
November 8th, 2024 - Updated the instructions and screenshots to reflect the latest UI
December 7th, 2023 - Updated the instructions and screenshots to reflect the latest UI
20th September 2023: Updated instruction to resolve the certificate error