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OpenVPN vs PC Tools Firewall Plus

A side-by-side look at OpenVPN and PC Tools Firewall Plus. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

OpenVPN

OpenVPN

Security & Privacy

OpenVPN is an open-source software application that implements virtual private network (VPN) techniques for creating secure point-to-point or site-to-site connections in routed or bridged configurations and remote access facilities. It uses a custom security protocol that utilizes SSL/TLS for key exchange. It is capable of traversing network address translation (NAT) and firewalls.

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PC Tools Firewall Plus

PC Tools Firewall Plus

Security & Privacy

PC Tools Firewall Plus is a security software that helps protect your computer from malicious attacks over the internet. It monitors incoming and outgoing network traffic using preconfigured rules and lets you customize permissions for programs to access the internet.

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