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Why Should You Use a VPN?
These are the reasons why it’s convenient to use them if you care about your privacy and security.
A virtual private network (VPN) enables users to send and receive data as if their devices were connected to a private network. This is used in companies for example, to allow workers to work from home while being able to access to company’s sensitive data and servers only accessible from the office.
But not only can be used by corporations, it can also be very useful for individuals. These are some of the advantages of using a VPN:
When using public Wi-Fi
We all connect to public Wi-Fi when we are traveling abroad. What we might not be aware is that our data can be exposed. To avoid someone else snooping in your data it’s best to use a VPN in your phone or laptop.
To access websites that are restricted to a country
Let’s say you are an American citizen and you travel to Europe but you want to keep watching some series online in HBO. You won’t be allowed to do so as you are outside the US, but thanks to a VPN you can connect to a US private…
