> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.ionos.com/cloud/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.ionos.com/cloud/tutorials/network-services/vdc-networking.md).

# VDC Networking

**VDC Networking** on the <code class="expression">space.vars.ionos\_cloud</code> platform provides the foundational layer for securely connecting and managing all your virtual resources across the cloud. Powered by Software-Defined Networking (SDN) technology, this service delivers dynamic configuration and exceptional performance. It allows you to:

* **Securely connect** virtual resources to each other and the internet.
* **Seamlessly integrate** your cloud environment with your on-premises infrastructure.
* **Scale workloads** and establish **resilient connections** across physical and virtual networks.

Begin with the [<mark style="color:blue;">VDC Networking User Guide</mark>](https://docs.ionos.com/cloud/network-services/vpn-gateway) to understand the fundamental concepts and configuration options, and later follow step-by-step instructions in the following tutorial to deploy your advanced workflows:

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><mark style="color:blue;"><strong>Bring Your Own IP (BYOIP) address to IONOS CLOUD</strong></mark></td><td>Learn how to Bring Your Own IP (BYOIP) or Autonomous System Number (BYOASN) to IONOS CLOUD.</td><td><a href="/cloud/tutorials/network-services/vdc-networking/byoip.md">Bring Your Own IP (BYOIP) address to IONOS CLOUD</a></td></tr></tbody></table>


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