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SSL User Screens

This chapter introduces secure network access and gives an overview of the remote user screens on the ZyWALL.

22.1 Overview

The ZyWALL provides secure connections to network resources such as applications, files, intranet sites or e-mail through a web-based interface and using Microsoft Outlook Web Access (OWA).

The following figure shows a network example where a remote user (A) logs into the ZyWALL from the Internet to access the web server (WWW) on the local network.

Figure 218 Network Example

Internet

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WWW

22.1.1 Network Resource Access Methods

As a remote user, you can access resources on the local network using one of the following methods.

•Using a supported web browser

Once you have successfully logged in through the ZyWALL, you can access any intranet site, web-based applications or web-based e-mails using one of the supported web browsers.

•Using the Java thin clients

The ZyWALL automatically loads Java thin client programs to your computer after a successful login. With the thin clients, you can access servers, remote desktops and manage files as if you were on the local network.

22.1.2System Requirements

The following lists the browser and computer system requirements for remote user access.

 

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