# VPN An IoT (Internet of Things) VPN (Virtual Private Network) is a network security service that provides a secure connection between an IoT device and the internet. It encrypts the internet connection of the device, ensuring that any data transmitted and received by the device is kept private and secure. IoT devices are often connected to the internet and can transmit and receive data, making them vulnerable to cyber attacks. By using an IoT VPN, organizations can secure their IoT devices and protect their data from being accessed by unauthorized parties. An IoT VPN can also be used to access the internet securely from an IoT device, such as a smart home device or a wearable device. There are many different IoT VPN solutions available, and the choice of which one to use will depend on the specific needs of the organization and the types of IoT devices being used. Some IoT VPN solutions are designed for use with specific types of devices, such as smart home devices or industrial IoT devices, while others are more general-purpose and can be used with any type of IoT device. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://support.simbase.com/fundamentals/vpn.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.