A VPN, or Virtual Private NetworkA network consists of two or more computers that are linked in order to share resources (such as printers and CDs), exchange files, or allow electronic communications. The computers on a network may be linked through cables, telephone lines, radio waves, satellites, or infrared light beams. See also... READ MORE, is a service that protects your internet connection by creating a secure and private “tunnel” for your online activity, making it much harder for others to see what you’re doing online. It hides your real location and personal information from hackers and companies, especially when using public Wi-FiWi-Fi is a family of wireless network protocols based on the IEEE 802.11 family of standards, which are commonly used for wireless networking and allow nearby devices to exchange data by radio waves. Wireless local area networks (WLAN) are widely used in the world to link laptop computers, tablet co... READ MORE or unfamiliar networks. Using a VPN is like sending your mail in a locked box instead of a postcard—only you and the person you’re sending it to can read it.
You should use a VPN when connecting to public Wi-FiWi-Fi is a family of wireless network protocols based on the IEEE 802.11 family of standards, which are commonly used for wireless networking and allow nearby devices to exchange data by radio waves. Wireless local area networks (WLAN) are widely used in the world to link laptop computers, tablet co... READ MORE, such as in airports or coffee shops, to protect your personal information from hackers.