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Netgate TNSR

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Google Cloud VPN

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Harish (Kumar)
Good gateway with helpful traffic shaping and load balancing
The Netgate 6100 Max Model is equipped with pfSense Plus software. We configured it last week and replaced the Mikrotik router. There are many... Read more →
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Is fairly priced and has a straightforward initial setup, but the logging needs improvement
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  • "There is not a license required for this solution but the price should be less expensive."

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  • "It is fairly priced."

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    Questions from the Community
    What do you like most about Netgate TNSR?
    Top Answer:It's an ideal gateway solution for small and medium businesses, i.e., around 300 devices can be easily handled.
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    What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Netgate TNSR?
    Top Answer:The product is very cost-effective and has no requirement for additional licenses. The setup is not easy. Users need… more »
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    What is your primary use case for Netgate TNSR?
    Top Answer:THe solution is used as a primary gateway with two lease lines of 450 Mbps total. Around 200 users are under it. There… more »
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    What do you like most about Google Cloud VPN?
    Top Answer:Any time we had an issue with connecting the OpenVPN to a user, we just to them on the group's VPN and connected our… more »
    What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Google Cloud VPN?
    Top Answer:It is fairly priced.
    What needs improvement with Google Cloud VPN?
    Top Answer:The logging needs improvement.
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    Also Known As
    TNSR
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    Overview

    TNSR is an advanced open source-based secure networking software platform with highly-scalable packet processing, manageability, and service expansion capabilities. This video provides a high-level introduction. that address a number of commonly asked new product questions - in just a couple of minutes.

    Cloud VPN securely connects your peer network to your Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) network through an IPsec VPN connection. Traffic traveling between the two networks is encrypted by one VPN gateway, and then decrypted by the other VPN gateway. This protects your data as it travels over the internet. You can also connect two instances of Cloud VPN to each other.

    Tailscale is a modern VPN alternative that provides secure and easy access to resources across multiple networks and devices. Its primary use case is to allow remote teams to securely connect and collaborate as if they were in the same office. With its user-friendly interface and automatic network discovery, Tailscale simplifies setting up and managing a secure network, making it an ideal solution for small businesses and organizations.

    Tailscale's most valuable functionality is its ability to create secure tunnels between devices without complex configuration or setup. This allows organizations to securely and seamlessly connect remote workers, offices, and devices, increasing productivity and collaboration while reducing the risk of security breaches.

    By eliminating the need for traditional VPNs and reducing the risk of accidental exposure of sensitive information, Tailscale helps organizations improve their security posture while enabling their workforce to work more efficiently and effectively.

    Sample Customers
    UCLA, COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY, shopify
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    Bamboo Health, Duolingo, Shiguredo, Instacart, Corelight, Machinify, Bolt, Mercari, Cobalt, Yugabyte, Jasper, VersaBank, Zego, Gini and Finter
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company16%
    Comms Service Provider10%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    Government7%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company17%
    Financial Services Firm13%
    Comms Service Provider8%
    Government7%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company15%
    Comms Service Provider10%
    Media Company9%
    Government7%
    Company Size
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business29%
    Midsize Enterprise18%
    Large Enterprise53%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business28%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise56%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business40%
    Midsize Enterprise20%
    Large Enterprise40%
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    Google Cloud VPN is ranked 26th in Enterprise Infrastructure VPN with 1 review while Tailscale is ranked 25th in Enterprise Infrastructure VPN. Google Cloud VPN is rated 7.0, while Tailscale is rated 0.0. The top reviewer of Google Cloud VPN writes "Is fairly priced and has a straightforward initial setup, but the logging needs improvement". On the other hand, Google Cloud VPN is most compared with OpenVPN Access Server, Microsoft Azure VPN Gateway, Prisma Access by Palo Alto Networks, Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client and SonicWall Mobile Connect, whereas Tailscale is most compared with Twingate, Fortinet FortiClient, Perimeter 81, FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) and OpenVPN Access Server.

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