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If the "security" requirement involves protecting data from network sniffing (even on a local virtual network): : Broadcom (who acquired VMware) has made VMware

Option D — Temporary encrypted cloud links (one-off) : Broadcom (who acquired VMware) has made VMware

By utilizing , you create a "sandboxed" environment. Even if the file contains malicious code, the virtualization layer acts as a barrier, preventing the code from affecting your physical hardware. : Broadcom (who acquired VMware) has made VMware

Now, transfer files securely using OpenSSH (built into Linux and optional on Windows). This adds encryption the isolated virtual network.