What is a Google Cloud VPN?

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If you are planning on using GCP to set up a Hybrid or Multi-Cloud environment, you will need some way to connect to external networks. In this lesson, you will learn how to extend your Google VPCs over the internet using a Virtual Private Network. 

Learning Objectives

  • Understand what a VPN is
  • How to set up Google Cloud VPN
  • Know how to troubleshoot Cloud VPN issues

Intended Audience

  • GCP Network Engineers
  • GCP Security Engineers
  • Anyone preparing for a Google Cloud certification (such as the Professional Cloud Network Engineer exam)

Prerequisites

  • It would be helpful to have admin access to a GCP account
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Daniel began his career as a Software Engineer, focusing mostly on web and mobile development. After twenty years of dealing with insufficient training and fragmented documentation, he decided to use his extensive experience to help the next generation of engineers.

Daniel has spent his most recent years designing and running technical classes for both Amazon and Microsoft. Today at Cloud Academy, he is working on building out an extensive Google Cloud training library.

When he isn’t working or tinkering in his home lab, Daniel enjoys BBQing, target shooting, and watching classic movies.

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