Technical Terms - Internet (A-Z) - PPTP

What does PPTP stand for?

• Point-to-Point Protocol

• Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol

• Private Virtual Network

• Personal Point-to-Point

What is the main purpose of VPNs?

• To access gaming servers

• To connect to social media platforms

• To create local area networks

• To provide secure connections over the Internet

What does the 'point-to-point' part of PPTP refer to?

• Establishing a connection with a random endpoint

• Connecting multiple users simultaneously

• Routing traffic through multiple servers

• Creating a direct connection between two specific points

How is one protocol encapsulated within another in PPTP?

• PPP is wrapped inside the UDP protocol

• PPP is wrapped inside the TCP/IP protocol

• PPP is wrapped inside the HTTP protocol

• PPP is wrapped inside the FTP protocol

What is the benefit of using PPTP for remote access?

• Faster internet speed

• Ability to bypass firewalls

• Access to restricted websites

• Secure connection mimicking a direct link

What type of networks can be accessed using PPTP?

• Local area networks (LANs)

• Public networks only

• Virtual private networks (VPNs)

• Private networks only

Which protocol provides the Internet connection in PPTP?

• FTP

• UDP

• TCP/IP

• PPP

What is the significance of 'tunneling' in PPTP?

• Establishing direct connections between devices

• Encapsulating one protocol within another

• Creating physical tunnels for data transfer

• Routing traffic through multiple servers

Why is PPTP useful for people working remotely?

• To connect to gaming servers

• To watch movies online

• To access social media platforms

• To access office networks from home

How does PPTP ensure a secure connection over the Internet?

• By encrypting all data packets

• By rerouting traffic through multiple servers

• By using complex algorithms for data transfer

• By mimicking a direct link between locations