# How is secure third-party remote access different than Desktop Sharing and VPN?

SecureLink vs. VPN and Desktop Sharing

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- Posted at: about 8 years ago
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## Comments
### Comment 1

Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) are great for remote employees and connecting offices, but don’t mistake their suitability for third-party remote access. VPN struggles to allow you to identify, control and audit third parties. Desktop sharing tools  were designed to enable remote support of end-user desktops. However, they lack the stringent security controls required by enterprise organizations in highly regulated industries. SecureLink was built with the enterprise in mind. You can read more about the differences by visiting https://www.securelink.com/why-securelink/compare-securelink/  

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- Posted at: about 8 years ago
- Author title: Sr. Director, Communications and Digital Marketing at SecureLink




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[SecureLink Customer Connect](https://www.g2.com/products/securelink-customer-connect/reviews)

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