# Overview {% tabs %} {% tab title="With Meshnet" %}

A device with Meshnet enabled is directly connected to other devices on different networks over encrypted network tunnels. — Figure 1. Meshnet setup

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A device is trying to connect to remote devices on various networks. — Figure 2. Traditional network setup

{% endtab %} {% endtabs %} [Learn more about the potential of Meshnet >](https://meshnet.nordvpn.com/getting-started/meshnet-explained) ## Most popular


Start using Meshnet	Enable Meshnet and learn the basics	Start using Meshnet (1).svg	how-to-start-using-meshnet
Renaming peer devices	Create custom nicknames for devices in your Meshnet	Accessing devices.svg	renaming-devices
Remotely accessing OpenClaw AI assistant	Securely connect and manage your AI agents	OpenClaw (1).svg	openclaw-ai-assistant
Linking devices in Meshnet	Add external devices to your network	meshnet_icon_bubble.svg	linking-devices-in-meshnet
Streaming games remotely with Moonlight	Enhance your gaming experience	gaming.svg	how-to-set-up-a-remote-game-streaming-server-for-moonlight
Logging in to your PC remotely	Access your resources from any location securely	Accessing devices.svg	log-in-to-pc-remotely

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