Document Conventions

Document Conventions

Firebox SSL VPN Gateway documentation uses the following typographic conventions for menus, com- mands, keyboard keys, and items in the program interface:

Convention

Meaning

 

 

Boldface

Commands, names of interface items such as text boxes, option buttons, and user

 

input.

 

 

Italics

Placeholders for information or parameters that you provide. For example, filename in

 

a procedure means you type the actual name of a file. Italics also are used for new

 

terms and the titles of books.

 

 

%SystemRoot%

The Windows system directory, which can be WTSRV, WINNT, WINDOWS, or other

 

name you specify when you install Windows.

 

 

Monospace

Text displayed in a text file.

 

{ braces }

A series of items, one of which is required in command statements. For example, { yes

 

no } means you must type yes or no. Do not type the braces themselves.

 

 

[ brackets ]

Optional items in command statements. For example, [/ping] means that you can type

 

/ping with the command. Do not type the brackets themselves.

(vertical bar)

A separator between items in braces or brackets in command statements. For example,

 

{ /hold /release /delete } means you type /hold or /release or /delete.

 

 

… (ellipsis)

You can repeat the previous item or items in command statements. For example, /

 

route:devicename[,…] means you can type additional devicenames separated by

 

commas.

 

 

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SSL VPN specifications

WatchGuard Technologies offers a robust SSL VPN solution designed for secure remote access to corporate networks. As businesses increasingly rely on a remote workforce, the need for secure and reliable connectivity has never been more critical. WatchGuard's SSL VPN features advanced security technologies that ensure data integrity and confidentiality while enabling seamless access to applications and resources.

One of the standout features of WatchGuard's SSL VPN is its user-friendly interface. The solution is designed to simplify the user experience, enabling employees to connect to the VPN with minimal complexity. With a straightforward setup process, users can quickly establish secure connections from various devices, including laptops, smartphones, and tablets. This flexibility supports a diverse workforce, allowing employees to work from different locations without compromising security.

In addition to its ease of use, WatchGuard's SSL VPN is built on robust security technologies. It employs end-to-end encryption to safeguard data in transit, ensuring that only authorized users can access sensitive information. By utilizing SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) protocols, the VPN creates a secure tunnel between the user’s device and the corporate network, protecting against potential threats such as eavesdropping or man-in-the-middle attacks.

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