IPSec (Internet Protocol Security) is a set of security protocols. L2TP is an extension of the Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol used by internet service providers to enable a VPN over the internet. Give the VPN service a name, then click Create. On your Mac, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Network.Ĭlick the Add button in the list at the left, click the Interface pop-up menu, then choose VPN.Ĭlick the VPN Type pop-up menu, then choose what kind of VPN connection you want to set up, depending on the network you are connecting to.