VPN Remote Access

In addition to our on-the-ground crew at NAB this year, there was a contingent of remote professionals. We'll discuss how virtual private networks let you bring your global crew with you!
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Description: In this section, we have a panel discussion on VPNs. We explore the impact of VPNs on video production, discuss various VPN applications, and share thoughts on the security aspects of using VPNs.
00:00:00 Intro
00:05:15 Our university connection is routinely a gig up and down. At home, I'm getting +900mbps down and +150 up. But using the required Palo Alto VPN drops it drastically to more like 70 down and 50 up. What's going on?
00:07:21 Tailscale, Netbird, Netmaker, Zerotier. Netbird seems to work best with ndi has this been everyone else's experience too?
00:08:14 Do you have an idea for a solution to manually switch between two WANs without needing to log into a routers interface? Like a router with API controls?
00:08:52 What is the top 3 or 5 VPN applications that the team would recommend?
00:12:13 I have a Ubiquity Edge Router. Does it support VPN service?
00:12:42 I often need to consume foreign content that even VPNs will geo-block. Besides needing to change system time to Jaan Standard time, smartstreaming.tv works wonders as an alternate DNS, with no install.. Is this approach reliable?
00:13:58 When trying to stream SRT from Iphone to Win PC within the same institutional network with ZeroTier VPN, it worked for soundcheck but cut before going live. Can router security rules get into effect after a time/bandwidth? I'm at a loss here
00:16:13 I set up a Tailnet with exit node to ‘browse from home’ while traveling. But I realized I could not access the initial login screen for Captive WiFi networks until I turned it off. Is this expected? Workarounds?
00:17:00 I seem to recall Express VPN being one of the few VPN providers that independently audit and do not log users. Are there any others?
00:17:33 Does a vpn really bypass an isps (internet service provider) efforts to monitor your web surfing?
00:22:49 How do you set up a Tailscale subnet router without compromising the security of other devices on your network? Do you isolate the non-Tailscale-capable devices to a separate internal subnet?
00:23:36 What vpn is the most Mac compatible and what vpn is the most pc compatible?
00:25:04 How is using Cloudflare for remote access better than a VPN to a local router/firewall?
00:26:06 What's the best vpn for travel on planes, trains, etc?
00:28:14 I’ve tried ZeroTier and currently use Tailscale. Are there any advantages to Netbird or Netmaker?
00:28:57 Where do tools like Ghostery fit into keeping tracking data away?
00:30:04 John, your discussion about Web trackers is eye-opening! I currently use AdGuard, would it provide a decent amount of protection from trackers? ([link])
00:31:38 Do tools like Chrome Desktop Remote open any vulnerabilities on a device?
00:35:18 have tried namecheap and surfshark vpn's when travelling, such as using airport wifi's more securely. what brands to panel suggests?
00:37:23 What are the thoughts on running an OPENVPN server at home?
00:38:43 Are there any vpn brands to beware or to avoid for any reason?
00:39:17 I’d like to have a VPN for remotely accessing files on my home and work network. What is the best way to do this to ensure security and quick access?
00:40:26 What vpn plays best with a Ubiquiti Dream Machine ecosystem?
00:41:16 I use Real VNC and its Cloud Connect feature to get to home from abroad. Whats the pro/con with this vs. a traditional VPN to home?
00:41:57 If you were setting up an "OH rack" at a school for internal production (but occasionally used for backhauled remote feeds) what VPN solution would you use to manage access to it?
00:44:14 Controlling a remote ATEM behind a GL Inet router running Tailscale with the BMD Software seem to be difficult. Is the ATEM protocol known to be difficult to use this way? Currently using Campanion and Satellite.
00:45:10 read that consumer vpn services just resell services from larger brands, like visible resells verizon. who are the main players?
00:46:06 What resources do you use to stay current on vulnerabilities? Who do you trust?
00:46:49 Thank You
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