A fair amount of confusion and lack of clarity is there among the common populace when it comes to VPNs in general. While the list is long, this blog will focus on why virtual private networks are called ‘virtual’ after all! A Virtual VPN server or a Virtual Private Network is a private and encrypted… Continue reading What does the ‘Virtual’ stand for in Virtual Private Network (VPN)?
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What kind of cyber threats can a VPN save you from?
What kind of cyber threats can a VPN save you from? VPN is a must-have tool to have on your smartphone or your computer for numerous reasons. It not only hides your IP address by making you invisible to your ISP (Internet Service Provider) but it also gives you unrestricted access to the internet and… Continue reading What kind of cyber threats can a VPN save you from?
VPN Test: How to see if your VPN is working
It’s a basic human nature that when one gets something new, they are bound to try it out as soon as possible. So after you download the VPN you need, it is likely that you are going to take it for a spin and see if everything is working smoothly or not. It is of… Continue reading VPN Test: How to see if your VPN is working
Apple’s iCloud+ private relay Vs. VPN
Before deciding on which one to go for, let’s first understand what iCloud+ private relay is and what it entails. And then let’s try and position it with a VPN. We need to understand each serves a purpose of their own while being similar to each other but not inherently the same. What is Apple’s… Continue reading Apple’s iCloud+ private relay Vs. VPN
Is Hotel wi-fi safe?
As more and more online threats are lurking on the internet, not having a secured internet connection can wreak havoc on your smartphone or computer. People majorly have shifted to working from home and having strong and safe security is a must. However, as people travel somewhere outside of their homes, they leave behind their… Continue reading Is Hotel wi-fi safe?
Should I use a VPN on my Mac/iPhone?
If you are one of those folks who want a definitive and short answer at the very beginning- then yes you SHOULD use a VPN for your Mac or iPhone! To answer the question with more clarity, one needs to consider some pointers to understand why they need to use a VPN. With more and… Continue reading Should I use a VPN on my Mac/iPhone?
What does a VPN not protect you from?
Let’s first try and understand what VPNs provide before we get into what it doesn’t. VPNs give access and the privilege to browse the internet without any restrictions. It masks the user’s IP address, prevents them from experiencing any bandwidth restrictions or data caps. It encrypts your internet by transferring your data through secured data… Continue reading What does a VPN not protect you from?
3 most asked questions about VPNs
Humanity has left behind the days when using tech used to feel like rocket science. VPNs that are made these days are more accessible and easier than ever to use from the get-go. Nevertheless, users still have some doubts and unanswered questions when comes to a VPN. Here are the 3 most asked questions about… Continue reading 3 most asked questions about VPNs
How easy it is to use a VPN now?
Remember the days when using a VPN meant a great deal of torment? Those days are gone when the internet meant a scary deal, when tech used to be overwhelmingly hard to use, especially for the older generation. Now, owing to the internet and social media boom, using tech and being a part of the… Continue reading How easy it is to use a VPN now?
Does VPN reduce internet speed?
One of the common misconceptions and consistent myths about VPNs is that they reduce the internet speed. Contrary to popular belief, there is no easy black or white answer as the reality of this is grey! While it is true that at times VPN can potentially decrease the speed of the internet, limit the bandwidth;… Continue reading Does VPN reduce internet speed?