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WHAT IS A VPN?

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You may have heard of a virtual private network before but its definition can sometimes be confusing as it has multiple uses. A virtual private network – or VPN for short – is a way to keep information and traffic private even when using public Internet connections.

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by kylestinson9009

Personally, I find comfort in using a VPN network whenever I'm online. It's my most secure option.

by dbcomp

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) can both keep your internet browsing anonymous, and make you appear to be located in another country. They can also be used to protect your location and personal data from data mining companies, hackers and government surveillance.

by alexbarnes590

A VPN, or Virtual Private Network, allows you to create a secure connection to another network over the Internet. VPNs can be used to access region-restricted websites, shield your browsing activity from prying eyes on public Wi-Fi, and more.

by marin smith

VPN stands for Virtual Private Network, it is a connection method used to add security and privacy to private and public networks like Wifi or Internet. VPN's are used by corporations to protect sensitive data.

by palakbisht011

It stands for Virtual Private Network used to add security to public or private networks like wifi hotspot and internet.

by hilleug61

Virtual Private Network, allows you to create secure connection to another network. VPNs can be used to access Geo-restricted websites, shield your browsing activity from prying eyes on public Wi-Fi, and more.
VPN connects your Computer, smartphone to another server somewhere on the internet, and allows you to browse the internet using that computer’s internet connection. So if that server is in a different country, it will appear as if you are coming from that country, and you can potentially access things that you couldn’t normally.

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