Le VPN Protocols

First up is the Point-to-point tunneling protocol (PPTP). This is the most commonly used type of VPN protocol. PPTP effectively creates a private tunnel for sending data to and from a computer or mobile device. Devices are authenticated using a password, which means no additional hardware is required. On its own, PPTP does not provide any data encryption or other security measures. PPTP connections are also easy for Internet service providers to block. However, there are benefits to using a PPTP VPN – they are the most straightforward protocol to set up and operate, and they can deliver consistent performance and reliable speed.

Next is the Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) over Internet Protocol Security (IPsec). This protocol works similarly to PPTP but delivers additional confidentiality and data integrity thanks to a multi-authentication process. Like PPTP, L2TP over IPSEC can be set up easily on an Apple, Windows, or Android device. Because of the additional security features, performance using an L2TP over IPsec VPN protocol can be slower when transferring a high volume of information.

As you may have already guessed from the name, OpenVPN is an open-source VPN protocol that uses a Secure Socket Layer (SSL) to create an authenticated, encrypted connection to the Internet. While establishing an OpenVPN connection can be difficult for non-technical users, Le VPN’s software makes it straightforward to get started. Overall, the OpenVPN protocol offers one of the best combinations of performance and security, and it can be used to bypass firewalls and ISP restrictions easily.

One of the features that sets Le VPN apart from other VPNs is its HybridVPN, which combines both an SSL-level VPN connection and a SmartDNS proxy. A SmartDNS proxy is an optional service that simplifies the process to enable users to access geographically restricted content. As a result, users get the security, reliability, and privacy of a VPN with the ease of use and freedom of a Smart DNS. You’ll also enjoy incredible speed and reliability when streaming media, viewing videos, or graphics-heavy websites.

WireGuard is becoming one of the most popular alternatives to OpenVPN and IKEv2/IPSec due to its robust security and speed benefits. In comparison to OpenVPN, WireGuard requires 4,000 lines of code compared to the 100,000 required by OpenVPN. WireGuard is a free, open-source protocol that uses state-of-the-art cryptography and is designed to be easy to use with high-speed performance and low attack surface.

IPsec or Internet Protocol Security uses IP addresses to identify and create secure VPN tunnels. LE VPN uses IPSec to connect a network server to a remote host. Any traffic sent over the public Internet is encrypted during data transmission between the remote host and the VPN server. In other words, IP packets are encrypted, and the source where the packets come from is authenticated.

IKEv2 or Internet Key Exchange version 2 (if you want to get technical) is an encryption and VPN protocol used in the IPSec suite. IKEv2 authenticates and establishes a connection between a VPN client and a VPN server. Due to the stability of IKEv2, it ensures your connection isn’t lost when switching to mobile data or Wifi, making it an excellent VPN protocol for those on the move.