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Remote Access VPN Trends

Although the future of remote access VPNs looks bright, especially due to the increase in remote and hybrid work, there may be some bumps along the road, too.

More Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Arrangements for Remote Workers

Access for remote workers using BYOD is one of the most significant benefits of VPN technology. BYOD is a practice in which employees use devices they own for work rather than those provided by the organization. This approach offers significant benefits, such as enhanced productivity and the flexibility to work from home.

Similar trends show that more and more people are pursuing digital nomadism and remote work. The ability to work and live anywhere in the world is an exciting concept, and for many employees, it is only possible using a remote access VPN.

People Setting Up Personal VPN Servers

Data breaches and organizations getting hit through third-party providers have plagued the cybersecurity industry in recent years. More customers are beginning to wonder if they can trust certain cybersecurity providers, including those that offer remote VPN services. As a result, a trend is developing where people set up their own VPNs using network access control (NAC) devices or firewalls.

More Restrictions on the Use of VPNs

VPN services are common in many nations with internet censorship. These nations’ leaders are aware that many people are using VPNs to bypass censorship, and they can take action by prohibiting or blocking VPN companies.

For instance, the Russian government issued an ultimatum to 10 VPN providers. They were told to obey internet rules to continue doing business in Russia—as well as refrain from giving their Russian customers access to restricted websites. Otherwise, Russia would go after them. In countries that want to restrict access to internet content, these kinds of measures will get more and more popular.