VPN Connections can be quite useful for remote control or small file access. However, limited bandwidth makes it less effective for data transfer volumes commonly seen on a LAN.

When you are finished with the VPN click the networking icon and disconnect. If you don't disconnect all of your Internet browsing will be done through the remote location's Internet connection.

Click the networking icon in your system tray. Depending on whether you are connected wired or wireless these are the networking icons.

Click Network & Internet settings

Click on Network and Sharing Center

Click on Setup a new connection or network