The instructions below will show you how to set up that client to connect to the NMU VPN server.ġ. A VPN encrypts the information to and from your computer to a server on campus and also simulates an on campus connection. VPN is short for Virtual Private Network. If you need to connect to NMU resources on your home network (or other non-NMU network), such as art servers or department servers, you will need to a VPN connection.