ZeroTier
A smart programmable Ethernet switch that creates secure global networks as if all devices were in the same data center.
What is ZeroTier?
ZeroTier is a smart programmable Ethernet switch that creates secure global area networks, allowing devices anywhere in the world to communicate as if they were on the same local network. It solves the problem of complex VPN setups and network configuration by providing an easy-to-use, encrypted peer-to-peer networking layer with enterprise SDN features.
Developers, system administrators, and organizations needing to connect distributed devices, VMs, containers, or applications across multiple locations without complex VPN configurations.
Developers choose ZeroTier for its simplicity, end-to-end encryption, and ability to create seamless global networks with fine-grained access control, all while supporting peer-to-peer traffic to reduce latency and central server dependency.
Overview
A Smart Ethernet Switch for Earth
Use Cases
Best For
- Connecting IoT devices across different geographic locations securely
- Creating virtual networks for distributed development teams or cloud resources
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