VPN Newbie basic help needed - connect from home office to..

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> Here is my problem:-
>
> I would like to connect from home to my works network - to be able to
> access files, network resources as if I am at the office.

Do you want to have a VPN? In that case you need to first get details
if the service is available at work. I am not sure that if Novell
Netware itself has this feature.

If not VPN, I think you can also connect using remote desktop or use
Real VNC.

VB



>
> My office Network is running Novell netware 5.1
> My office is connected to the internet via a Cisco 1721.
>
> My home is connected to the internet via Cable (Telewest) modem and a
> Netgear Wirless router.
>
> What hardware/ software (preferably software) - as I gather you can
> use either? would you recommend or do I require? (ideally not costing
> a fortune or in fact better still free!)
>
> I am sure I can get hold of all configuration of the Cisco router as I
> have the IP and passwords to telnet to the works router.
>
> I can provide further info. Please, please, please help!!
>
> Who knows I will probably then need help setting it up........
>
> If no-one here can help, can you please point me in the right
> direction!! I have scoured the internet for info - with no success.
>
> Thanks.