Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE) Security
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8/28/2008
PPPoE supports both the Kerberos and Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) authentication mechanisms.
Sensitive information can be encrypted before being sent over the network. This prevents unauthorized users from viewing data in transmitted packets.
See Also
Concepts
Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE) Registry Settings
Other Resources
Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE)
Enhancing the Security of a Device