(Microsoft Point-to-Point Encryption) An encryption method from Microsoft that is used to secure virtual private network (VPN) transmissions. See PPTP and MPPC.
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- Cryptanalysis of Microsoft's Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP)
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