STOP using a VPN - You don't really need it!
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- Опубликовано: 28 май 2024
- I too drank the VPN cool-aid and I guess I was wrong.
Well kinda wrong.
So let's look if you REALLY need a VPN
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VPNs weren't created for encryption purposes; that's a side effect. They were designed to extend the network of a remote destination to a local environment. Think of it logically as a super long cable that allows you to plug your network card into a switch that is very far away.
And the side effect is also not the main reason anymore why people use a VPN provider... it's because of geographically locked content... well at least 9 out of 10 people I know who use VPN use it mainly because of that.
And if you try to search for any information regarding that intended use of a VPN, 9 times out of ten you get hits and ads for these so-called "VPN Providers". - They are NOT VPNs. They may USE a VPN as part of the service they provide, but not actually providing a VPN. It's more of an "Internet Anonymiser".
I don't think this guy understands why people use VPN's....
@@TehStoneMan no they arent. They are just regular vpn. In a regular vpn you can see other users. I once tried one of these vpns and i could see who else was connected
But that’s not what the general public has ever used them for?
A VPN also prevents your ISP from knowing where you're going and what you're doing. It's great for letting you download torrents anonymously without getting sued. It helps block advertisers and big internet conglomerates from getting as much information about you as they otherwise might, depending upon what browser you're using and what other type of protection you are using. It's not for everyone, but it is certainly useful for some of us.
Not all vpns have p2p encryption, so make sure your does if that's the point.
I agree there Matt. It's not for everyone although how many people are aware of where their info goes when they hit that submit button? I would think that most people would be upset if some stranger is rummaging through letters in your trash can out back or if a solicitor comes to your door asking you for your personal information. It's almost not a 2nd thought when people are putting their info out there over the internet.
Yep. A VPN is still very much a needed thing for those of us that know why we need one. Cheers 🍻
It is for everyone, even if you want to watch your favorite show in a different country u can do that with a vpn
I tried a free one and got ads in Dutch which I didn't particulatly understand but more to the point it caused a lot of lag. I tried another and it did the same so I'm not bothering with one, plus I don't think they're cheap enough ... by a long shot.
As an IT professional, I agree with what you have said, but an important part you must mention, this information is aimed at the end-user or users using the internet for private use. The VPN is still a very important part of an enterprise environment, making sure that business activity is private and not open to public viewing.
Absolutely. Personal usage is very different to business usage
Most of business activity is encrypted anyways, but it rather hides the whole internal network infrastructure from the outside. Actually that's what VPN are intended for in the first place: to make possible of accessing a local network, when you are not there.
Advertising for home use came later. I mean, decades late. For home use, if you don't want to be in your home network or you don't want to forge your location, then practically there is no use of it.
It is funny, because for encryption there was no use the first time it started beeing advertised, since almost every decent company already started to use SSL/TLS on almost all protocols a decade ago (worst case, a lot of them since 20 years or so)...
@@LironSegev yea vpn personal use can easily be taken away with a subpoena. It’s the exact reason why hackers are actually getting caught. Stay legal
another for enterprise environment is the ability to access your corporate network (network storage, internal websites, etc) when not connected locally to the corporate network
Problem is IP headers cant be encrypted and I prefer to keep the sites I go to hidden from my ISP and their Five Eyes Talpiot masters. But each to their own hey.
When you live in a country that has a nanny government that wants to control what you can and cannot see, VPNs allow you to go to IPs that are blocked. That makes it very essential for freedom of the internet.
Australia? Cuz our internet freedoms here are fooked
@@ipman3249 so do you use a VPN service?
yes but they missadvertise alot
@@BigBootyBatman In a way..... I actually use TOR browser to get around the blocks.
this is why I am wanting to know about vpn. sick of seeing pages " blocked in your country??"
"Stop using a VPN! Before we get to the video, a word from today's sponsor - Nord VPN."
That would have been hilarious XD
Ikr
Was sooooo tempted 😂
A VPN is useful for one thing in particular. It prevents your local ISP from monitoring your web browsing (i.e. what you're doing and where you go to do it.) There's enough inroads into our privacy that I'll do what I can to reclaim a small bit of it.
Can't VPNs also log your data?
_Edit: and store log in info, etc etc_
@@tempestive1 yes some of them do
@@gottgaame only Free vpn does
@@tempestive1 yeah but are contractually and financialy obligated to keep it safe, where the isp is the actual opposite
Only need to worry about that if you doing nefarious.
A couple years ago Spectrum locked my internet service because I used a P2P application to download a recording of a broadcast television show.
Since then I always use VPN when transferring files P2P since I do not trust the ISP not to decide what they consider 'acceptable' traffic.
Ya, I haven't used P2P (aka Torrent) in literally 20 years because 3rd party people can actually SEE what you're downloading, and they report that to your ISP and you get banned if you don't stop. Now, obviously I could pay for a VPN but, there are plenty Forums etc. to get whatever I need, so P2P is so yesterday.
I have had that happen twice to me even with a VPN because the VPN software froze and both times it happened when downloading Disney content. The worst company because they report everything.
For reals? 😮
What torrent software ate you using? Haven't used p2p in a few years. For me it's like HAM radio , more private and personal file transference.
Typical spectrum. They did the same thing to my homie and he couldn’t handle the stress rip big Johnny
"Do you really needed VPN today?"
How can I not, *when I can not use RUclips without VPN😞😢*
Because in Iran, RUclips is banned (for ridiculous reasons), and its Iranian equivalent must be used, ie damn APART🤮
This also applies to Facebook, Twitter and Telegram
100% - like I said...
@@LironSegev I know😉
@@amirhoseinshams256 Interesting
Proxy servers are free.
@@Wolfblooded1 in Iran, everythings are free, because we haven't any copyright laws :)
It means we can install all Microsoft softwares or Adobe softwares for free! Or any other softwares
I love these reviews, Liron! Great video as always!
Glad you like them!
The two main reasons for using VPNs in today's day and age are to prevent ISPs and network operators from tracking your Internet activity and to change your apparent geolocation.
Using a privacy browser and following privacy best practices is also essential to conceal one's Internet activity to the fullest extent.
Do ISP really care what their subscribers are doing on their computers, phones or whatever, and do they actually have to time to monitor everybody's websites their customers are visiting? I don't think so! All the ISP want is their monthly payments for the use of their services. As long as a person is not doing anything illegal, then you have nothing to worry about, but if you're just browsing the internet and so forth, the ISP doesn't care.
@@slimdude2011 - yes, ISP's DO care how you use your internet access because they are legally obliged to. This is why, in virtually every country, YOUR data that goes through your ISP can be subpoenaed regardless of what you think you are doing online. So called legality is a diversion, as one country that considers a thing to be illegal can, and do via various treaties, require other countries to provide this information. ALL ISP's are required, by law everywhere, to log every single thing every single customer does while online. A legit VPN encrypts the entire connection from your computer to the destination computer, which means the ISP can only see that you are online, but has absolutely no idea what you are doing. A lot of free 'VPN's' do not encrypt anything.
Such great perspective, Liron - thanks for sharing your knowledge! 👍🏼
Glad it was helpful!
It also hides your source IP address, that is important too. But people don't realize how much information is transferred during the negotiation process. It is like your finger print, any site you make a connection too can identify your operating system.....If you want to remain anonymous, you need to use a VM and never associate that VM with your accounts.........
"Never associate that VM with your accounts" - that just another way of saying don't use VM (virtual machine)?
@@kittendkat5100 I don't get it....how is that? VM's are completely disposable......I can make a new VM faster than most computers reboot....
@@kittendkat5100 I think he meant just what he said; use a VM, but dont put a lot of personally identifying things into it. Now how are we to use the internet without our accounts, passwords, and emails is another thing.. lol
Thanks, Liron, still trying to sort this stuff out. Very helpful for us seniors .
You got this!
I do not know anyone who users a VPN for password protection. They all use it to stop internet providers knowing what, and how much they are watching. How much you watch can cause internet providers to throttle your internet speed, and everyone I know users VPN's for watching new movies and TV shows on sites like Cinema HD. So for you to be claiming VPN's are no longer necessary, just shows you have a lack of knowledge about why most people actually use a VPN.
Maybe something about not revealing our IP address to third party especially on home wifi. VPN still the only choice.
There is so many use cases for a VPN especially in the context of a small or large business. You can whitelist and blacklist IP addresses, protect your corporate network, university or school. Also traveling is a big headache without a VPN with a static IP, bank not letting you log in, email accounts booting you off, the list goes on. VPNs especially with a personal ip are very useful. Also, you can create your own VPN in the cloud. I trust the VPN more then the local airport or hotel wifi.
Well, I'm quite happy using my vpn. I started using one when I noticed that my downstairs neighbours were tapping my line. The main benefit is that I now can watch Aussie TV from Europe. Gives me a feeling of "home" and now with working at home I can have my tv on with the evening/night programming of Australia instead of all the rubbish daytime shows.
Aussie television… i am so so so sorry! Lol
You're not lying. I believed that TV was dead until i started viewing things from completely different regions 🤷🏾♂️
The main reason I use a VPN is for freedom of choice. I often come across a video on Netflix or Amazon Prime that is unavailable in my area, UK. So it gives me the freedom to pretend I am in another country. But there is sometimes this fails because they sometimes block VPN addresses.
If you put VPN on Canada or Netherlands, some content is available that is not available in the US on Netflix. Specially shows that are cable shows in the US and are Netflix exclusive in Canada and Netherlands
I am a new fan of your videos. I love them!! They are so informative. Thank you so much.
You are so welcome!
Using a vpn adds some very useful features and helps to cover your tracks from your isp but to be hidden or become anonymous online, it takes a lot more then turning on a vpn.
VPN to watch your Netflix or other subscriptions while traveling is a myth. I travel for a living and all these services know you are behind a VPN and will not let you connect. I tried them all...NordVPN, TunnelBear, ExpressVPN, PrivateVPN...you name it, I had it and they all get locked out for using same bank of IP's.
stream locator is best option? no speed downgrade either
I have found that even when I use an encrypted FTP from my sites overseas my downloads are faster if I use a VPN. It seems my ISP/NBN are shaping FTP in favour of other traffic and with VPN they can't tell what the traffic type is.
I've used Nord for quite a while now. It's best feature is how well it blocks ads. I will keep using it just for that feature alone.
Very informative. Thanks. Intending to travel in my motorhome next year so will get a VPN for entertainment viewing reasons. Can’t believe some of the comments your getting. It appears some people comment without even watching
haha Welcome to my world😜.
Fun Fact: I almost bought a motorhome to do the same but it fell through at the last minute. Have loads of fun out there!
@@LironSegev you nearly bought a motor home to be justified in getting a VPN? :p
I use my VPN to access things on my home network while not at home.
My kid likes public wifi.
Do what you want
For me a VPN is a must have since I' after living abroad for a while have developed a taste for some sports that's virtually unknown here in my home country. and the online services that streams those sports doesn't have a licence to stream it to most of europe, the UK being the only exeption
Can you recommend a VPN service?
Thank you. My friend tried to convince me to grab a VPN since I download a lot of sports and shows, but all the sites I use have said lock in the top left of the browser. Nothing nefarious in my downloads outside of Scarlett J in that Ghost in the Shell bodysuit.
Great explanation. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us.
Appreciate you being here 🔥
Brutally honest on VPN - unlike many other youtubers who may make excellent content but have sold their soul to a VPN provider as advertisment partner.
Sponsored by Nord VPN
Well, I can't stream certain shows, or torrent without it. So..
Yo ho we sail the seven seas as an internet pirate!
As usual you are brilliant. 👍👍👍
Thank you so much 😀
"this video was sponsored by nord vpn"
I wish i could see you advertise Adam and Eve- "Ball deodorant, does it work!? Well, yes and no"
Using a VPN, these streaming sites still work for me - Amazon Prime, Apple TV + , Netflix., Australian SBS . These services did not work - Binge, Australian public ABC's Iview, Disney + .
"A VPNs main job is to encrypt your data so no one can grab your user name and password." Wrong. A VPN's main job is to keep you from getting busted when downloading torrents.
Yes that's the only use of vpn for me 🤣
didnt he say thats what people think it is for? Then goes on to explain appropriate uses
Hey, I was curious if you've ever heard of Avira, and if you could do a review on it? I'm curious what your thoughts on it are since I've been using it for years, plus it's basically an all in one vpn, antivirus, file updater thing. (not trying to advertise I promise) I want to know if it's safe or not since I've come to trust it and I'm not exactly the best at knowing what is and isn't safe here...
It actually helps a lot. I use VPN to work in the US from overseas.
In a country censoring information, I find it helpful to turn the VPN on so I can access information that is being censored.
Plus, cellular data plans have become so cheap and voluminous, that people generally don't need public WI-FIs anylonger. So no need for VPN for those unsecure WI-FIs since your cellular connection is quite secure.
One never needed even for unencrypted wifi. Most of the decent companies already use encryption for a deace at least. And when the VPNs started to beeing agressively advertised for scared people? In the past 3-5 years or so.
I use a VPN to bypass resetting ports on a restricted network in order to have a more consistent experience on various websites, games and programs ( avoiding attempts to reconnect, disconnects or overall no internet errors on some apps ).
Doesn't matter. We want to access regional content, be anonymous (as much as possible, best coupled with TOR, or TOR alone). I wouldn't use it for torrents though, since my country is fine with it. Still, with VPNs - only select few provide no-logs policy.
"Now perhaps you're in a country where bits of the internet are literally blocked and censored" You mean like absolutely everywhere in the world right now? 🤐
*like for at least the last 10 years
4:28 Not just a no log policy. Some VPN companies have been caught lying about not keeping logs. Make sure the VPN is verified by an outside auditor to not keep logs!
agreed
Great info, thank you for sharing
Some streaming services like Netflix and Amazon prime might not be able to say and determine where you are but they can’t determine that you have a VPN turned on and will stop whatever you’re watching from continuing. I have noticed this happening before.
Steaming services are sorta at war with VPN services. since the license agreements with the film makers dictate what they can and cannot show in certain regions. so companies like Netflix have to actively do things like block known VPN traffic or they're not upholding their end of the agreement.
2:43 you're dead wrong, if you use a VPN, most ads, and scripts will determine you are a bot and there fore will not display or run for you, and most of the metadata gathering scripts will also deem you a bot and will probably not run on your end. This is mainly to stop mass bot traffic as it can significantly impact revenues in a negative way. You should always use a VPN. When I run a VPN, youtube doesn't display ads for me.
possibly it has ad blocker in vpn, they use private dns
I once used a VPN that was "free" ... suddenly I heard my graphics card go on (it has a seperate cooling, so you can hear it start up). Turned out they were attempting to make bitcoin. De-installed in a second and never used another VPN.
😭🤣
Hey, I need a little help. Are there ways to control mobile hotspots from pc like it was standard wifi? I mean things like channel, ports?
Thank you for your HONESTY.
A VPN is so no one knows your IP, which means they don't know were you are.
Did you watch the video?
If you did then you would know that even if you mask your IP when you log into sites or access websites they still leave a cookie on your computer so you never remain anonymous
My biggest issue with VPN is the extreme speed slowdown.
Your using the wrong protocols, or server locations. Most of the time VPNs increase your speed, not slow it down.
Never experienced that. Maybe you use tor.
use a stream locator instead of vpn
@@byromtaylor6482 Thanks for the tip!
That's why I say now a days, ABSOLUTELY NOTHING is safe anymore unless I consider it a trusted source.
I just bought a VPN service following your recommendation in another video. $150 CAD for 2 years. Nord - they advertise as being 'fast". Your arguments in that video made sense; now everything is contradicted
Use a VPN for security: No
Use a VPN so you can buy RUclips Premium in cheaper price: Yes
whats the point of youtube premium anyways, if its only to block ads magic lasso and adguard can do that without filling up googles billionaire wallets.
@@FreeAimDog How do you block ads on RUclips app?
@@FreeAimDog Also, how about RUclips music so you can listen the music eventhough you exit the app?
I know that Liron is skeptical about antivirus and vpns but both are part of cybersecurity, which will only get more complicated. I think is better to have them than not to have
not skeptical - they are necessary based on your usecase. If you are a home user connecting via a wired connection to your bank and stream Netflix, then a VPN is not as important as someone who is constantly travelling in airports and needs to work on confidential business proposals.
VPN never gets me past geolocation restriction as they seem to know the vpn adress is listed as no access. Maybe just me
@@tjdave9521 may i ask what vpn service do you use?
@@VLKV92 sorry for taking so long, I either removed it or was on a older win phone thst craped out. I think it would be my fault though as I probably tried starting a user account with my regular email which kinda tells them what country Im in and not super smart I would have tried first with a "free" version. Ok I have a little IQ deficiency.
I hear, that Netflix recognizes The endpoints of the VPN providers and blocks you anyway. As a result, you can’t use the service either if you are in your home locale or abroad.
Here we mostly use vpn to bypass the governmental restrictions.
It's a hot mess:
Vpn on: all the foreign services that are restricted start working but more than half of local services refuse to load.
Vpn off: vice versa
It's a constant vpn on and off scenario.
I’Am in Mexico for the winter and its only way to watch Canadian TV, here its a must
Only use case is torrenting or streaming pirated content. Although you have to trust you VPN won't sell you down the river if they get served, and that the VPN doesn't keep logs or track you you whiçh they all have to track you otherwise they wouldn't have a business.
eh...did you watch the video?
@@LironSegev yup most streaming services and alot of websites,banks for example recognize and block most VPNs
@@djpuplex keyword here is MOST...
I use a VPN and I couldn't do without it. I live in Malta and by using one I can view British TV.
so there what? Did you even watch the video?
@@LironSegev what video?
Great Video, I've always been saying that unless it's for professional use. I see soo many Gammers and Bitcoiners using vpn
Very true!
Thanks. Seems I can't go a day without someone telling me I need a vpn but I hadn't seen a reason for one. Sounds like you would agree I was right.
Never used a VPN despite the barrage of techies telling me how vulnerable I was making myself. But, have no fear, within a year or so there will be something new that we all must have (for a price of course) to protect ourselves on the internet.
Really depends on your usage. If you are mainly at home with a wired connection going to your banking site and general web browsing, you are less at risk than someone who travels constantly via airports and is doing remote work for a fortune 500 company.
VPNs are still super useful. They just aren’t the be all end all people think they are.
I just like watching and accessing sites and things not available in my country
@@Alniemi That's cool. In that case and the one Liron mentioned, a VPN can be useful. I get it. I just never completely bought the security benefits for "most" people.
When you have to explain things multiple times 😆 🤣 😂 😲
Even with geo lock on Netflix, they've already found out how to stop anyone who's using a VPN from using it.
🤔 really? I guess I have the right vpn. Still getting Netflix in other countries
I can still find VPN servers that bypass Netflix's block. And even then, you can set up a VPN yourself with Amazon or Google service. Netflix would never dare to block a Google or Amazon IP
I don't think Netflix is going to be a problem soon. They are fast approaching going broke and out of business.
Thanks for the tip Kevin James but I live abroad and yes I do
I use my VPN to watch RUclips at a rate better than 720p, and I also use it to smooth out the jitter. I have AT&T cellular, that we placed into a Mofi 4500 hotspot, for running a cable to my PC, and they throttle videos on popular big tech sites, and try to mess with gaming connections, so it's still a must for me.
VPN is great to tunnel into your home network to access files stored on your home network or even a Raspberry Pi ($50 mini-computer) with installed ad-blockering programs. Also, a great option to access banking info while at hotels or abroad.
what is a home network anyways? i seen that option in my pc settings
I've been preaching this same thing for a while, Liron. In my opinion, there are only three reasons you MAY want a VPN, and there are alternative things you can use if you'd rather: 1. evade censorship 2. stream global content 3. Mask your IP address. That's pretty much it.
Exactly. I live overseas and use a vpn to watch USA content.
But why would you want to mask your IP address when there are so many other ways to track you.
Circumvent throttling as well. This is the main reason I use one.
Like everyone else you are completely missing the original point of a VPN, and their main use in business - where I can assure you they are more popular than ever post-pandemic.
@@jonathanwright6482 you are confusing different types of VPNs. You are describing a remote access VPN. There are many different types of VPNs.
Great video! thanks @Liron Segev.
I use VPN because I live in a university residence where the internet goes exclusively through the Eduroam network, which blocks a lot of things I actually need for my work as a videogame dev student... they thought nobody should be getting distracted with games, but they forgot some of their students actually work with games. Funny.
Hi Liron. Avg VPN is cheaper than others. Would it be an advantage to have this on my Android or am I wasting money?
Terrific stuff today Liron. On internet privacy (and maybe you've done it already), but how about an explanation of how the dark web works? I'd love to anonymously just check out what it actually looks like. And maybe the same on what it takes to hack someone else's computer and how to safeguard yourself. If you have that already, a link would be awesome 🙏
To see the difference you can go on your current browser and enable the dark theme, now you are on the dark web!
@@gjohnson6647 Glad I could make you laugh 😁
Thanks Liron. I finally totally disabled my VPN. It kept getting more and more fiddly until last week it blocked my entire wired connection. I mean everything!
I hear you...I still use mine, but when I am out and am forced to use a public wifi and I can't use my phone as a hotspot.
But is it end to end encryption that all of these websites are providing? In addition the more layers you have the harder and longer it will take someone to get the information.
So could the wifi owner see browsing history and sites we visit on the ISP website?
"STOP using a VPN - You don't really need it!" is a terrible, misleading title for this video.
Always thought VPN's were overrated Liron. Stop drinking the cool-aid.....lol. Cheers from Australia.
As I said, in the past they were crucial, but today it really depends on your needs.
thanks mate for watching
Thank you very much,
Excuse me, if you will travel to another country and you want to download a pirated book or software, at the same time this country apply Copywrite fine and penality, can you use VPN to protect yourself or also they can know what you did and you will pay the fine?
Have to say, that you've really made a change for me and my PC to the better... Thanx for that... But I also have to say, that Netflix only offer a fifth or less here in Denmark of what you guys in the US can see.. So using a VPN is a great idea for that, if one doesn't mind not having subtitles... I rarely use Netflix, 'cuz the quality on a PC is horribly...
While this video, and most others I've watched, have been kind of misleading, I will have to agree with this one. Stop BUYING VPNs and make your own. We live in a society where privacy and security online is more important now than ever
From sites, foreigners, government, ISP, etc
And how do you make your own?
Like this: ruclips.net/video/tZBCmsvoP_g/видео.html
You forgot the most important place to use a VPN, open Wifi Hotspots, with basic software you can pretty much see what everyone is doing in real time. I used to tunnel back to my home and route all internet access through there and then joined the hotspot to conserve mobile data but those are ridiculously easy to see what other are doing. If you really want to be anonymous, you have to run Tor through a VPN, the most secure setup requires your VPN client to be configured to work with Tor, and the only VPN service I would recommend is Swedish provider PrivateVPN.
The great thing about using PrivateVPN's VPN through Tor feature is that the VPN provider is unable to detect your home IP address when you connect to its servers.
As a result, it becomes impossible for the VPN to track who you are and what you are doing in real-time.
This is a useful additional layer of protection against the potential for the VPN to be served a warrant that forces it to begin monitoring traffic. (PrivateVPN is already a no logs service, so it would have no existing connection records or usage logs to hand over to the authorities if it was approached.) Sweden has incredible user privacy laws, just connect to a country that does (do your own research).
Admittedly, this is an additional privacy measure that most users probably do not require. However, depending on your personal threat model, it is a useful addition if you want high levels of privacy and anonymity online.
Another benefit of using VPN through Tor (Tor over VPN) is that your apparent IP on the internet is that of the VPN server. This allows you to prevent websites and online services from detecting a Tor exit node (which stops them from blocking you). And allows you to pick the country that you get your outbound IP address in; depending on your needs (to access geo-restricted services, for example).
Pros
Because you connect to the VPN server through Tor, the VPN provider cannot ‘see’ your real IP address - only that of the Tor exit node. When combined with an anonymous payment method (such as properly mixed Bitcoins) made anonymously over Tor, this means the VPN provider has no way of identifying you, even if it did keep logs.
Protection from malicious Tor exit nodes, as data is encrypted by the VPN client before entering (and exiting) the Tor network (although the data is encrypted, your ISP will be able to see that it is heading towards a Tor node).
Bypasses any blocks on Tor exit nodes.
Allows you to choose server location (great for geo-spoofing).
All internet traffic is routed through Tor (even by programs that do not usually support it).
Cons
Your VPN provider can see your internet traffic (but has no way to connect it to you)
Slightly more vulnerable to global end-to-end timing attack as a fixed point in the chain exists (the VPN provider).
This configuration is usually regarded as more secure since it allows you to maintain complete (and true) anonymity.
So glad you explained all of this, saves me $ no way I need a VPN:)
Torrenting cost me $15,000.00, if you torrent or P2P a VPN is essential, don't let this video/creator cost you a small fortune.
Number 1 boom lol
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imagine using VPNs for "safety" hahaha, everyone knows what their true purpose is =)
Chicago Fire reference for the win! VPNs are virtually uselss, they don't protect you like you think. I mainly use them to gain access to some streaming sites where programs are blocked in my country or area and nothing more.
Thank you for Enlighten me on my Lack of knowledge on be Not internet Savvy “Thanks”
This is vital info ty
If I end up in the hospital or rehab place can I access their wi-fi to like pay my bills or whatever or do I need a vpn in that case?
Country regions for entertainment can only be got around with VPN. The whole country code system is built on the antiquated 1920s marketing model for movies when movie prints were physically shipped to countries. Outdated in a globalised world today.
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If I live in the U.S. will I be able to use the U.S. application "offerup " ? to buy and sell locally? Or does offerup ban the use of Vpn’s?
main use of vpn is to access blocked content/sites in the certain region...wanting to hide is just no need for many may be most
I have to do much research online for my classes, and have definitely come across more than 20+ websites that weren't “padlock” protected showing Amazon and Google “advertisement” trying to gather my info. When I have the VPN on it blocks those breaches.
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This is another benefit of highly reputable VPNs. They run filters. You benefit.
Also useful for accessing geoblocked content from home as well as travelling. Many "news" sites for example.
awesome - so you have a good reason
I agree with your line of thinking. But there are VPN services that secure your connection better with added layer(s) of security. Depending.
One negative of vpns is that some sites penalize you for using a vpn...the absurd assumption is that since you want to hide your true ip you MUST be doing something illegal or nefarious. Heaven forbid you're the average Joe who wants some layer of privacy. This is also compounded by some real internet bandit who happened to use the same vpn/ip address you just did such that that same ip is now "branded". I believe I had this experience trying to order something online from a well known department store. When
I turned the vpn off, sale went through ok.
I use a VPN to access my home network. I have openvpn on a Raspberry Pi at my house. This allows me to access octoprint on a Raspberry Pi that is controlling my 3d printer and view the camera attached to it. This way, I don't need to open a port to access it. There are other things I have access to on my network remotely this way. Very nice to have.
Hi I live in an remote rural area Australia, and only have access to the internet via wireless modem how may I connect a wireless router please. Thanks Bob
Basically, a VPN funnels all of your internet traffic via a server to stop the endpoints detecting what your IP address is, but they must create a bottleneck of the available bandwidth.
Can I do torrenting if I vpn my whole network or it is better to have it in one device?
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You can watch your Netflix account in other countries. You can't subscribe to another country's Netflix if you're not physically there. Hence VPN.
So how do you safeguard your browser so that Google can not store it either through Chrome or Microsoft with Edge and Explorer? Windwos 11 is not secure either as some developers have said.