Connect remotely like a pro! Hack VPNs, avoid firewalls, connect even when your machine is down

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"Learn how to connect remotely like a pro with tips on VPN hacking, avoiding firewalls and more, including SSH connections, virtual machines, and Intel Active Management Technology."

Key takeaways

Connect through a jump host with SSH connections to tunnel internet traffic.
Use a virtual machine with a full tunnel VPN to connect to the office and access corporate applications.
Configure the Microsoft Hyper-V to create a virtual hard drive of the whole machine.
Test the connection and virtual machine setup before leaving the office or home.
Use Intel Active Management Technology (AMT) to connect to the machine even when the machine is off.
Set up a Domain Name System (DNS) server to handle network packets.
Use Linux or macOS as alternatives to Windows for virtual machines.
Connect to the machine through RDP and VNC protocols.
Avoid exposing the virtual machine or VPN connection to public internet.
Consider using SSLH or TCP over DNS for secure connections.
Set up a power bank for the laptop to ensure connectivity even when the machine is off.
Use link aggregation to combine multiple internet links for faster connectivity.
Test the VPN connection and virtual machine setup before traveling to a remote location.
Use a treadmill or a standing desk to ensure comfort during connectivity.
Keep the virtual machine and VPN connection secure by using strong passwords and encryption.
Avoid using BitLocker or other full-disk encryption tools that can make it difficult to connect to the machine.
Consider using a browser extension like Foxy Proxy to manage connections.
Use a public IP address to connect to the machine and avoid firewalls and VPN blocking.

Connect remotely like a pro! Hack VPNs, avoid firewalls, connect even when your machine is down

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