VPN (Virtual Private Network)

Glossary

What is a VPN (Virtual Private Network)?

A VPN or a virtual private network sets up a safe, encrypted connection across networks that could be hazardous, such as the internet.

It does this by encrypting data as it travels through a virtual tunnel that is created between your device and the VPN server. Sensitive data—passwords, bank transactions, and browser activity, for example—is shielded from hackers, spies from the government, and other bad actors by means of encryption from public Wi-Fi and other unprotected networks.

Users can improve their online privacy and anonymity by hiding their IP address and location by utilising a VPN. This feature is especially helpful for getting around geographic restrictions or accessing content that is restricted because VPN servers can be situated in multiple nations, giving users the impression that they are browsing from a different place. VPNs offer a private, secure means of accessing the internet and protecting sensitive information from unauthorised access.

Key Features of Using a VPN

  1. Security: VPNs encrypt your data, preventing unauthorised access and ensuring privacy, which is crucial when using public Wi-Fi networks or accessing sensitive information.
  2. Privacy: VPNs protect your online identity by disguising your location and IP address, which stops websites, advertisers, and ISPs from tracking you.
  3. Access Control: With the help of virtual private networks (VPNs), you can get around geographical limitations and access material and services that are geo-blocked or unavailable in your area by connecting to servers located in different regions.
  4. Remote Access: VPNs guarantee the privacy and integrity of corporate data even when accessed from outside the company’s premises by giving remote workers safe access to internal networks and resources.
  5. Bypassing Censorship: VPNs allow users to circumvent government or ISP-imposed limitations and access the global internet freely in areas where internet censorship is in place.
  6. Torrenting and P2P: VPNs are commonly used for peer-to-peer file sharing and torrenting to maintain anonymity and avoid potential legal issues associated with such activities.

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