The following article will give you the steps to create a new VPN connection in your Windows 8 computer.
Connecting through the VPN connection, the easiest way to access it from the desktop is to click the network icon in the system tray. This opens the Networks side bar and displays your VPN connection. In order to connect, click the VPN connection, and then click Connect, In Network Authentication, type your VPN Surf user name in the format DOMAIN\User name, and then type your password.
To create a new VPN connection
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In the task bar, locate and right-click on the Network icon. Click Open Network and Sharing Center.
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In Network and Sharing Center, under Change your networking settings > Set up a new connection or network.
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The Set up a Connection or Network wizard will be opened.
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In Choose a connection option > Connect to a workplace > Next.
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In How do you want to connect > Use my Internet connection (VPN).
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If the wizard asks whether you want to set up an internet connection, make your selection to set it up now or postpone until later.
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Under Type the Internet address to connect to part, in Internet address, type the IP address of the VPN server to which you want to connect.
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In Destination name type a friendly name to help you identify the VPN connection later. For example, if you work for an organization named Contoso, type "Contoso VPN connection". Also select any check boxes that are appropriate for your situation.
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Click Create.
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The VPN connection is created and the Networks side bar opens which shows the network connections that are configured on your computer.
Congratz! Your connections are now safe! Enjoy the open waters of the internet with ease.
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