### Contents - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) # Business VPN Software Resources ##### Articles, Glossary Terms, Discussions, and Reports to expand your knowledge on Business VPN Software Resource pages are designed to give you a cross-section of information we have on specific categories. You'll find [articles](#resources-articles) from our experts, [feature definitions](#resources-glossary_terms), [discussions](#resources-discussions) from users like you, and [reports](#resources-reports) from industry data. [ContentsExpand/Collapse Contents](#) - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) ## Business VPN Software Articles [![What Is a Forward Proxy? How It Protects User Identity](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_FI1104_Learn_Article_Images_%5Bforward_proxy%5D_V1a.png "What Is a Forward Proxy? How It Protects User Identity")](https://www.g2.com/articles/forward-proxy) [ ### What Is a Forward Proxy? How It Protects User Identity ](https://www.g2.com/articles/forward-proxy) A proxy sits between two systems. These two systems could be a user and a backend system, or two backend systems. Proxies are usually there to abstract out some complexity of untrusted environments.  [ ![Sagar Joshi](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Sagar Joshi") SJ ](https://learn.g2.com/author/sagar-joshi) by Sagar Joshi [![How to Set up a VPN on Any Device: Mac, Windows, and More](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_FI779_Learn_Article_Images-%5BComputer_Security_Day%5D_V1b%20%281%29.png "How to Set up a VPN on Any Device: Mac, Windows, and More")](https://www.g2.com/articles/how-to-set-up-a-vpn) [ ### How to Set up a VPN on Any Device: Mac, Windows, and More ](https://www.g2.com/articles/how-to-set-up-a-vpn) Business or personal? [ ![Mara Calvello](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Mara Calvello") MC ](https://learn.g2.com/author/mara-calvello) by Mara Calvello [![Are You at Risk? Protect Your Online Identity With a VPN](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/what-is-vpn@2x.png "Are You at Risk? Protect Your Online Identity With a VPN")](https://www.g2.com/articles/what-is-a-vpn) [ ### Are You at Risk? Protect Your Online Identity With a VPN ](https://www.g2.com/articles/what-is-a-vpn) Not a day goes by that we don’t access the internet in some form or fashion. [ ![Mara Calvello](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Mara Calvello") MC ](https://learn.g2.com/author/mara-calvello) by Mara Calvello [![60+ VPN Statistics That'll Convince You To Use One In 2023](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_FI735_Learn_Article_Images-%5BVPN_Statistics%5D_V1a.png "60+ VPN Statistics That'll Convince You To Use One In 2023")](https://www.g2.com/articles/vpn-statistics) [ ### 60+ VPN Statistics That'll Convince You To Use One In 2023 ](https://www.g2.com/articles/vpn-statistics) It’s 2023. Privacy lost the fight. Big Brother is definitely watching.  [ ![Soundarya Jayaraman](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Soundarya Jayaraman") SJ ](https://learn.g2.com/author/soundarya-jayaraman) by Soundarya Jayaraman [![2021 Trends in Cybersecurity](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/cybersecurity-1.jpg "2021 Trends in Cybersecurity")](https://www.g2.com/articles/cybersecurity-trends-2021) [ ### 2021 Trends in Cybersecurity ](https://www.g2.com/articles/cybersecurity-trends-2021) This post is part of G2's 2021 digital trends series. Read more about G2’s perspective on digital transformation trends in an introduction from Michael Fauscette, G2's chief research officer and Tom Pringle, VP, market research, and additional coverage on trends identified by G2’s analysts. [ ![Aaron Walker](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Aaron Walker") AW ](https://learn.g2.com/author/aaron-walker) by Aaron Walker [![How to Stay Organized When Closing Books Remotely](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/crop-woman-counting-money-at-modern-office-table-4475524.jpg "How to Stay Organized When Closing Books Remotely")](https://www.g2.com/articles/how-to-stay-organized-when-closing-books-remotely) [ ### How to Stay Organized When Closing Books Remotely ](https://www.g2.com/articles/how-to-stay-organized-when-closing-books-remotely) Almost any public or private business with an accounting and finance department performs a month, quarter, and year-end close, which is a series of steps to review, record, and reconcile accounting information. For this blog, I’m going to refer to only month-end close for consistency and simplicity. [ ![Nathan Calabrese](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Nathan Calabrese") NC ](https://learn.g2.com/author/nathan-calabrese) by Nathan Calabrese [![Infographic: How to Secure a Remote Workforce](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/g2-remote-work-promo.png "Infographic: How to Secure a Remote Workforce")](https://www.g2.com/articles/infographic-how-to-secure-a-remote-workforce) [ ### Infographic: How to Secure a Remote Workforce ](https://www.g2.com/articles/infographic-how-to-secure-a-remote-workforce) The COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc across the world, impacting nearly every individual and business. As a result, many companies have shifted their operations to adapt to working remotely, in order to align with social distancing requirements.  [ ![Aaron Walker](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Aaron Walker") AW ](https://learn.g2.com/author/aaron-walker) by Aaron Walker [![VPN Protocols: Are You Using the Right One?](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/VPN-protocols@2x.png "VPN Protocols: Are You Using the Right One?")](https://www.g2.com/articles/vpn-protocols) [ ### VPN Protocols: Are You Using the Right One? ](https://www.g2.com/articles/vpn-protocols) The internet can be a scary place. [ ![Mara Calvello](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Mara Calvello") MC ](https://learn.g2.com/author/mara-calvello) by Mara Calvello [![COVID-19 Spawns Security Concerns For Rapidly Expanding, Under-Protected Workforce](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/woman-writing-on-her-notebook-3059747.jpg "COVID-19 Spawns Security Concerns For Rapidly Expanding, Under-Protected Workforce")](https://www.g2.com/articles/covid-19-spawns-security-concerns-for-expanding-remote-workforce) [ ### COVID-19 Spawns Security Concerns For Rapidly Expanding, Under-Protected Workforce ](https://www.g2.com/articles/covid-19-spawns-security-concerns-for-expanding-remote-workforce) Worldwide, social distancing has affected the day-to-day activities of nearly every person. In many cases, that means working from home. [ ![Aaron Walker](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Aaron Walker") AW ](https://learn.g2.com/author/aaron-walker) by Aaron Walker [![How to Strengthen Remote Workforce Security During Crises](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_BI209_Backlog_Images_%5BRemote_security%5D_V1a.png "How to Strengthen Remote Workforce Security During Crises")](https://www.g2.com/articles/how-to-strengthen-remote-workforce-security) [ ### How to Strengthen Remote Workforce Security During Crises ](https://www.g2.com/articles/how-to-strengthen-remote-workforce-security) The coronavirus health crisis has forced millions of workers (who are able) to transition to working from home. That poses numerous obstacles to workers meeting their deadlines and doing their jobs. Security management and enforcement have become some of the most important and critical transitional needs involved for both workers and their employers.  [ ![Aaron Walker](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Aaron Walker") AW ](https://learn.g2.com/author/aaron-walker) by Aaron Walker [![How COVID-19 Is Impacting Data Professionals](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/young-woman-holding-a-stethoscope-3758765.jpg "How COVID-19 Is Impacting Data Professionals")](https://www.g2.com/articles/covid-19-impact-on-data-professionals) [ ### How COVID-19 Is Impacting Data Professionals ](https://www.g2.com/articles/covid-19-impact-on-data-professionals) Remote work isn't the future. It's a current reality, with nearly 75% of U.S. workers working remotely at least some of the time, according to Owl Labs' State of Remote Work 2019 Report. Data scientists and other data professionals are no exception to the rule and are able to bring their work home with them if and when the need, or desire, arises. However, a switch to remote work isn't as straightforward as simply taking a work laptop home. [ ![Matthew Miller](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Matthew Miller") MM ](https://learn.g2.com/author/matthew-miller) by Matthew Miller [![State of the Collaboration SaaS Market in China](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/Guiyang,%20China%20city%20skyline%20on%20the%20river.%20ATTN%20REVIEWER%20--%20Please%20see%20case%20%2301390114.jpeg "State of the Collaboration SaaS Market in China")](https://www.g2.com/articles/state-of-collaboration-saas-market-in-china) [ ### State of the Collaboration SaaS Market in China ](https://www.g2.com/articles/state-of-collaboration-saas-market-in-china) The beauty of collaboration and content management software is that they’re universally helpful. [ ![Jazmine Betz](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Jazmine Betz") JB ](https://learn.g2.com/author/jazmine-betz) by Jazmine Betz Show More ## Business VPN Software Glossary Terms [![Zero Touch Provisioning](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI812_Glossary_Article_Images-%5Bzero_touch_provisioning%5D_V1b.png "Zero Touch Provisioning")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/zero-touch-provisioning-definition) [Zero Touch Provisioning](https://www.g2.com/glossary/zero-touch-provisioning-definition) Zero touch provisioning (ZTP) is a way to automatically connect devices on a network using remote server connections. Learn more about ZTP in business. by Holly Landis [![Virtual Private Network](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI357_Glossary_Article_Images_%5BVirtual_Private_Network%5D_V1a.png "Virtual Private Network")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/virtual-private-network-definition) [Virtual Private Network](https://www.g2.com/glossary/virtual-private-network-definition) A virtual private network (VPN) is a secure, private connection over the internet from a device to a network. Learn how to protect your data with a VPN. by Amanda Hahn-Peters [![Dedicated IP](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/Dedicated%20IP.png "Dedicated IP")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/dedicated-ip-definition) [Dedicated IP](https://www.g2.com/glossary/dedicated-ip-definition) What is dedicated IP and how does it help organizations? Our G2 guide can help you understand dedicated IP and the benefits it offers. by Anindita Sengupta ## Business VPN Software Discussions 0 Question on: GoodAccess [What is a cloud VPN?](/discussions/what-is-a-cloud-vpn) What is a cloud VPN? A cloud VPN is a networking solution that interconnects users and business systems regardless of their physical location, making it suitable for secure remote access scenarios. A cloud VPN follows the same technological principles as hardware VPNs, i.e. tunneling, encryption, data integrity, but without the downsides like hardware costs or poor scalability. Because they reside in a data center, cloud VPNs are more reliable and provide higher connection speeds. They also scale easily and possess multiple additional features that improve security and usability. Answered: Martin Cizek on July 23, 2025 "Cloud VPNs provide secure, location-agnostic access to company resources—without the limitations of traditional hardware. By leveraging data center infrastructure, they offer better reliability, faster connections, and effortless scalability. The tunneling, encryption, and integrity are robust, while added features like user management, access controls, and threat detection make them indispensable for modern remote teams." Answered: Michel Raj on July 23, 2025 [See more answers (1)](javascript:void(0);) [Your answer](/discussions/what-is-a-cloud-vpn/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: NordVPN [How did the software went such downhill](/discussions/how-did-the-software-went-such-downhill) I am very disappointed that NordVPN become so bad and I do really hope that it will become great again Some IP addresses are repeated and do not have the location that appears on the panel. I think nordvpn is doing updates Answered: david gonzalez on December 9, 2019 [Your answer](/discussions/how-did-the-software-went-such-downhill/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: NordLayer [How has NordLayer improved your network security, and what features do you rely on?](/discussions/how-has-nordlayer-improved-your-network-security-and-what-features-do-you-rely-on) How has NordLayer improved your network security, and what features do you rely on? - Encrypted data with AES-256 for secure transmission - Implemented Zero Trust Network Access to reduce internal threats - Provided safe remote access across global teams - Enabled custom gateways with dedicated IPs - Enhanced threat detection and real-time monitoring - Enforced user authentication with two-factor security - Used network segmentation to manage resource access - Applied role-based permissions for tailored controls Answered: Michel Raj on July 23, 2025 [Your answer](/discussions/how-has-nordlayer-improved-your-network-security-and-what-features-do-you-rely-on/comments/new?remote=true) - ‹ Prev ‹ Prev - 1 - [2](/categories/business-vpn/resources?discussions_page=2) - [3](/categories/business-vpn/resources?discussions_page=3) - [4](/categories/business-vpn/resources?discussions_page=4) - [5](/categories/business-vpn/resources?discussions_page=5) - … - [14](/categories/business-vpn/resources?discussions_page=14) - [15](/categories/business-vpn/resources?discussions_page=15) - [Next › Next ›](/categories/business-vpn/resources?discussions_page=2) ## Business VPN Software Reports Mid-Market Grid® Report for Business VPN Summer 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Grid® Report for Business VPN Summer 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Enterprise Grid® Report for Business VPN Summer 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Momentum Grid® Report for Business VPN Summer 2026 G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report Small-Business Grid® Report for Business VPN Summer 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Enterprise Grid® Report for Business VPN Spring 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Small-Business Grid® Report for Business VPN Spring 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Mid-Market Grid® Report for Business VPN Spring 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Grid® Report for Business VPN Spring 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Momentum Grid® Report for Business VPN Spring 2026 G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report