[CentOS] VPN in China for our server [OT?]

Sun Jan 27 08:43:49 UTC 2008
Chris Mauritz <chrism at imntv.com>

Les Bell wrote:
> "Jason Pyeron" <jpyeron at pdinc.us> wrote:
>
>   
> We are setting up a new server (prefer centos4 vs 5) what should we do for
> a
> coporate vpn back to the US?
> <<
>
> Your first step should be to get on top of the regulations regarding use of
> cryptography in China. Here's a starting point:
> http://rechten.uvt.nl/koops/cryptolaw/cls2.htm#prc. You may well require a
> licence from the State Encryption Management Commission.
>   

A-yup.  It is technically illegal to set up a virtual private network 
without the necessary paperwork.  I'm not sure how strictly it's 
enforced (many things in China are only enforced if someone in authority 
has it out for you), but I suspect if you're running an actual business 
in China it is better to comply with their regulations than to roll the 
dice and risk getting busted.  There are a few people on the list that 
run and/or work at Chinese datacenters so I'm sure someone will chime in 
with their experiences soon.

Good luck!