Note that the name chosen need not match the name of an actual business. While no practical limits exist on what may be entered in the "Company Name" field, choose a connection name that will be easy to recognize later.
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Create New VPN Connections in Windows XP Step by Step
By Bradley Mitchell, About.com Guide
Enter a name for the new VPN connection in the "Company Name" field of the Connection Name page as shown below.
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- Navigate to Windows XP Network Connections "Create a New Connection"
- Start the Windows XP New Connection Wizard
- Specify Workplace Connection Type
- Choose Virtual Private Network (VPN) Connection
- Enter VPN Connection Name
- Choose a Public Network Connection Option
- Identify the VPN Server by Name or IP Address
- Select Availability of the New Connection
- Completing the New VPN Connection Wizard
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