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L2 VPN (Layer 2 Virtual Private Network)


Term
L2 VPN (Layer 2 Virtual Private Network)

Abbreviation
L2 VPN

Definition
L2 VPN (Layer 2 Virtual Private Network) is a type of VPN (Virtual Private Network) that uses MPLS labels to transport data. The communication occurs between PE (Provider Edge) routers, as they sit on the edge of the provider's network, next to the customer's network.

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