A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is a service that gives you a more private, protected connection when you use the internet.
Think of the internet like sending a postcard: other people may be able to see some information about where it came from and where it is going. A VPN is like putting that postcard inside a sealed, private envelope before it travels. It helps hide your online activity from people using the same public Wi‑Fi network and makes it harder for websites to identify your usual location.
Think of the internet like sending a postcard: other people may be able to see some information about where it came from and where it is going. A VPN is like putting that postcard inside a sealed, private envelope before it travels. It helps hide your online activity from people using the same public Wi‑Fi network and makes it harder for websites to identify your usual location.
A VPN can be especially useful when:
• Using Wi‑Fi at a coffee shop, airport, hotel, library, or medical office.
• Traveling and needing a safer connection.
• Connecting to a workplace or organization’s private computer network from home.
A VPN is not a complete security shield. You should still use strong passwords, turn on two-factor authentication, and be cautious about suspicious emails and links.