Point-to-point VPN topologies

A point-to-point VPN topology is a network configuration that

  • enables two endpoints to communicate directly with each other

  • allows you to configure the two endpoints as peer devices, and

  • permits either device to start the secured connection.

Point-to-point VPN topology diagram

This diagram displays a typical point-to-point VPN topology.

Diagram illustrating a point-to-point VPN topology