What is VPN?
A VPN, or virtual private network, is a service that creates a secure, encrypted connection between your device and the internet. It can help protect your privacy by hiding your online activity from others on the network.
In more detail
A VPN is a tool that routes your internet traffic through a secure server before it reaches websites and apps. This makes your connection more private because it encrypts the data between your device and the VPN server.
People use VPNs to add privacy on public Wi-Fi, reduce tracking, or access company resources remotely. It does not make you completely anonymous, but it can make it harder for others to see what you are doing online.
In everyday use, a VPN often runs as an app on your phone, laptop, or tablet. You turn it on when you want extra protection, then turn it off when you do not need it.
Examples
- Using public Wi-Fi at a coffee shop more safely
- Connecting to your work network from home
- Keeping your browsing private from your internet provider
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