But devices may lack the proven reliability of a hardware VPN
The development of a USB stick that allows secure access to business bank accounts from multiple machines has got observers looking towards virtualising VPN connections.
Technology specialist IronKey’s new hardware has been designed to give companies flexible access to corporate bank accounts.
However, a number of analysts are already looking to use the technology for VPN access, something that has for some time been described as the next generation of VPNs.
Whatever the future brings, Managed Comms will remain at the cutting edge of the UK VPN industry to ensure its customers always benefit from the very latest technological innovations.
It may be true that USB sticks could have practical advantages for a company, not least the fact that employees would be able to more readily access networks from home.
In theory, the USB stick would make VPN connections possible from any computer without the need for additional drivers or supporting software.
Such a development would not, of course, be without problems.
Concerns have already been raised about the potential for hackers to infiltrate these fledgling VPN connections.
Experts are currently testing several ways to protect a virtualised VPN connection from criminals, although most companies will no doubt wait until they receive assurances that the system is watertight.
For now at least, switching to USB sticks remains a distant prospect and the best way to keep your VPN connections secure and reliable is with a professionally managed package from a proven operator like Managed Comms.