Remote access is the ability to get access to a computer or a network from a remote location. Many people at branch offices, telecommuters and travelers, need access to the corporation's network. Other users get access to the Internet resources through remote access to an Internet Service Provider. Several methods are used to communicate from a remote location to other computers via public or private networks. The most common method of remote access is dial-up connection through desktop, notebook, or handheld computer using a modem over regular telephone lines. Remote access is also possible using a dedicated line between a computer or a remote local area network and the "central" or main corporate local area network. A dedicated line is more expensive but offers faster data rates.

ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network) is a common method of remote access from branch offices since it combines dial-up with faster data rates. It also allows a fast reliable access to the Internet at places where other services are not available.

Wireless Remote Access is another way to communicate between computers and networks. It can be used in Local Area Networks or it can be used outdoors to provide a Wide Area Network solution using cell phones, satellites, and other wireless methods to allow remote users to connect to corporate networks as well as to the Internet.

DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) is another way to communicate between computers and networks, using existing POTS (Plain Old Telephone System) to provide a high-speed access to the corporate networks and to the Internet.

Cable Broadband is yet another way of using existing cable TV infrastructure to provide a fast access to the Internet.

The T1 (or T-1) carrier is the most commonly used digital line in the United States, Canada, and Japan. In these countries, it carries 24 pulse code modulation signals using time-division multiplexing at an overall rate of 1.544 million bits per second. T1 lines use copper wire and fiber optics and span distances within and between major metropolitan areas. A T1 can be used for data only, telephony only or both.

A remote access server is the computer and associated software and hardware that is set up to handle users seeking access to network remotely.

A remote access server usually includes or is associated with a firewall server to ensure security and a router that can forward the remote access request to another part of the corporate network.

A remote access server may include or work with modems, ISDN devices, DSL, Cable Modem, T1, or wireless networks.

A remote access server may also be used as part of a virtual private network (VPN).

Metronet Systems, Inc. has a wide rang of solutions for your specific needs and budget. Covering the New York Metropolitan Area by partnering with a second tier Internet Service Provider, located in New York City, we provide you with a single point of contact for any Remote Access solution.