A router and a VPN can be employed as barrier devices in a segmented network. A barrier device is a device that controls the flow of traffic between different network segments, based on predefined rules and policies1. A router is a device that forwards packets between different networks, based on their IP addresses2. A router can act as a barrier device by applying access control lists (ACLs) or firewall rules to filter or block unwanted or malicious traffic2. A VPN is a technology that creates a secure and encrypted tunnel between different networks, such as a remote site and a corporate network3. A VPN can act as a barrier device by encrypting the traffic and authenticating the users or devices that access the network3. A VPN can also prevent unauthorized access or eavesdropping by outsiders3.