AWS VPN
AWS VPN is a managed service that enables secure connectivity between on-premises networks and Amazon Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs) over the internet using IPsec VPN tunnels. It provides two main offerings: AWS Site-to-Site VPN for connecting entire networks and AWS Client VPN for remote user access. This service integrates with AWS Transit Gateway and VPCs to facilitate hybrid cloud architectures.
Developers should learn AWS VPN when building hybrid cloud solutions that require secure, encrypted connections between on-premises infrastructure and AWS resources, such as for data migration, disaster recovery, or extending corporate networks. It is particularly useful in scenarios where dedicated connections like AWS Direct Connect are not feasible due to cost or location constraints, offering a cost-effective and scalable alternative for secure network integration.