VPN service

VPN Service[edit | edit source]

A VPN service, short for Virtual Private Network service, is a technology that allows users to create a secure and private connection to the internet. It provides a way to encrypt and route internet traffic through a remote server, thereby masking the user's IP address and protecting their online activities from prying eyes.

How VPN Services Work[edit | edit source]

When a user connects to a VPN service, their device establishes a secure connection to a VPN server. This connection is encrypted, ensuring that any data transmitted between the user's device and the server remains private and secure.

Once connected, the user's internet traffic is routed through the VPN server before reaching its destination. This process helps to hide the user's IP address and location, making it difficult for third parties to track their online activities.

Benefits of Using a VPN Service[edit | edit source]

There are several benefits to using a VPN service:

1. **Enhanced Security**: VPN services encrypt internet traffic, making it difficult for hackers, ISPs, or government agencies to intercept and monitor online activities.

2. **Privacy Protection**: By masking the user's IP address and location, VPN services help protect their privacy and prevent online tracking.

3. **Access to Restricted Content**: VPN services allow users to bypass geo-restrictions and access content that may be blocked or limited in their region.

4. **Secure Remote Access**: VPN services enable users to securely access their home or office network from remote locations, ensuring the confidentiality of sensitive data.

Choosing a VPN Service[edit | edit source]

When selecting a VPN service, it is important to consider the following factors:

1. **Security and Privacy**: Look for a VPN service that offers strong encryption protocols and a strict no-logs policy to ensure your data remains secure and private.

2. **Server Locations**: Check if the VPN service has servers in the locations you need to access. The more server locations available, the better the chances of bypassing geo-restrictions.

3. **Connection Speed**: Consider the speed and performance of the VPN service, as a slow connection can negatively impact your browsing experience.

4. **User-Friendly Interface**: Look for a VPN service that provides an easy-to-use interface and supports multiple devices and platforms.

Categories[edit | edit source]

VPN services can be categorized under the following:

Templates[edit | edit source]

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v t e Virtual Private Network (VPN) topics
General	Overview VPN service provider VPN protocol
Protocols	IPsec L2TP OpenVPN PPTP SSTP WireGuard
Concepts	End-to-end encryption Tunneling protocol Secure Shell (SSH) Transport Layer Security
Related technologies	Dark web Firewall Proxy server Tor
Legal and social aspects	Internet privacy Censorship Geo-blocking Surveillance
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v t e Internet Privacy
Concepts	Data protection Digital footprint Information privacy Internet anonymity Privacy-enhancing technologies Surveillance capitalism User data consent
Legislation and standards	General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) Privacy and Electronic Communications Directive 2002 (ePrivacy Directive) ISO/IEC 27001
Technologies	Cookie (internet) Cryptography Do Not Track legislation End-to-end encryption Secure communication Tor (anonymity network) Virtual private network (VPN)
Issues	Cyberstalking Data breach Identity theft Mass surveillance Phishing Social media and privacy
Organizations	Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC) Privacy International Privacy Rights Clearinghouse
Related	Digital rights Internet security Online identity Personal data management Right to privacy Social engineering (security)
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v t e Computer Security
General	Cybersecurity standards Cyber warfare Hacker culture Hacker ethic Information security culture Threat (computer) Vulnerability (computing)
Threats	Adware Advanced persistent threat Computer virus Computer worm Denial-of-service attack Eavesdropping Malware Man-in-the-middle attack Phishing Ransomware Rootkit Spyware Trojan horse (computing) Virus hoax
Technology	Antivirus software Firewall (computing) Intrusion detection system Secure coding Secure operating system Security information and event management Security through obscurity Two-factor authentication Virtual private network
Laws and Regulations	Computer Fraud and Abuse Act Data Protection Directive General Data Protection Regulation Information Technology Act, 2000 Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard
Organizations	CERT Coordination Center Electronic Frontier Foundation International Association for Cryptologic Research Internet Security Alliance National Security Agency
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v t e Network Protocols
Core Protocols	Internet Protocol Suite TCP IP UDP HTTP FTP SMTP POP IMAP
Security Protocols	SSL TLS SSH IPsec
Routing Protocols	BGP OSPF RIP IS-IS
Wireless Protocols	Wi-Fi Bluetooth Zigbee NFC
Application Layer Protocols	DHCP DNS SNMP NTP
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v t e Internet censorship and surveillance
By country	Internet censorship in Australia Internet censorship in China Internet censorship in India Internet censorship in Iran Internet censorship in North Korea Internet censorship in Russia Internet censorship in the United Kingdom Internet censorship in the United States
General	Digital rights Freedom of information Global Internet Freedom Consortium Internet censorship circumvention Internet freedom OpenNet Initiative
Legislation and regulation	Children's Internet Protection Act Communications Decency Act Computer Fraud and Abuse Act Digital Millennium Copyright Act General Data Protection Regulation Stop Online Piracy Act
Organizations	Anonymous Electronic Frontier Foundation GreatFire Internet Society Reporters Without Borders Wikimedia Foundation
Related topics	Cybersecurity Digital rights management Information privacy Net neutrality Surveillance VPN blocking
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