KI 0147 When should I use VPN?

VPN (Virtual Private Network) provides a secure connection to UiB's network and "incorporates" your PC into UiB's network even if you really are at home or traveling.

You should use VPN when you need to be recognized as a UiB user. for security reasons it is required by an increasing number of services internally at UiB and external services that we subscribe to (e.g. library resources).

We also recommend that you use VPN when you are connected to unsafe networks, e.g. when traveling abroad.

See also: KI 0706: How to connect to VPN