You may need to use some sort of authentication for your virtual private networks, or VPNs. In certain locations, you will not be able to access resources without first authenticating through a VPN. For example, people who travel outside of the United Kingdom cannot simply connect to the internet and access the same types of information as they would, when at home. Instead, they have to first connect to a UK VPN, in order to have the same types of access.
How Does a UK VPN Connection Work?
A UK VPN connection functions just like a regular VPN connection. However, with a UK virtual private network, the network simulates the connection as though the user was within the United Kingdom. This type of simulation is required because there are numerous resources which are blocked from users outside the United Kingdom. Without a UK virtual private network connection you will have problems attempting to access specific resources while abroad.