SSL VPN is capable to perform following tasks:

• Extend geographic connectivity
• Improve security
• Reduce transit time and transportation costs for remote users
• Simplify network topology
• Provide global networking opportunities
• Provide telecommuter support
• Provide broadband networking compatibility
• Improve productivity
• Reduce operational costs versus traditional WAN

In IITK, SSL VPN is used to provide secure, reliable and proper network connectivity to mobile off-campus users. They can access all servers and applications which they can access from within IITK campus.