{"id":38045,"date":"2023-11-22T19:50:33","date_gmt":"2023-11-22T18:50:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ebas.ch\/?page_id=38045"},"modified":"2023-11-22T19:58:36","modified_gmt":"2023-11-22T18:58:36","slug":"vpn-virtual-private-network","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ebas.ch\/en\/vpn-virtual-private-network\/","title":{"rendered":"VPN \u2013 Virtual Private Network"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"av_section_1\" class=\"avia-section av-1nrenst-e523ff56f96c7daa15c08cde2c0ec043 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-0  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap fullsize\"><div class=\"container av-section-cont-open\"><main role=\"main\" itemprop=\"mainContentOfPage\" class=\"template-page content  av-content-full alpha units\"><div class=\"post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-38045\"><div class=\"entry-content-wrapper clearfix\">\n<div class=\"flex_column av-10m4dj1-870b28b38969e02379f05aa949976fce av_three_fourth  avia-builder-el-1  el_before_av_one_fourth  avia-builder-el-first  first flex_column_div  \"><p><section class=\"av_textblock_section av-lo2ms2d3-b3116bfbf7c758ff658305ac0a8a4090 \" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\"><div class=\"avia_textblock\" itemprop=\"text\"><p><strong>The Internet takes away more and more of our privacy. Data disclosed by our browsing behaviour, e.&nbsp;g. our search requests, are used by both organisations and crooks for their own ends, such as market analyses or criminal machinations. Such data can be protected by a <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"ebas-gist\">\n<h4>Tips on using a VPN<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Only use a renowned and trustworthy <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Provider&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;This is the provider of access to the Internet, i.e. the organisation or company enabling users to connect their device to the Internet.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\" data-mobile-support=\"0\" data-gt-translate-attributes=\"[{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;data-cmtooltip&quot;, &quot;format&quot;:&quot;html&quot;}]\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">provider<\/span>, for instance <a href=\"https:\/\/protonvpn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ProtonVPN<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/nordvpn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NordVPN<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expressvpn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ExpressVPN<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Please remember though that even a <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Provider&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;This is the provider of access to the Internet, i.e. the organisation or company enabling users to connect their device to the Internet.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\" data-mobile-support=\"0\" data-gt-translate-attributes=\"[{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;data-cmtooltip&quot;, &quot;format&quot;:&quot;html&quot;}]\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">provider<\/span> cannot guarantee 100% security.<\/li>\n<li>Take into account that only the connection up to your <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Provider&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;This is the provider of access to the Internet, i.e. the organisation or company enabling users to connect their device to the Internet.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\" data-mobile-support=\"0\" data-gt-translate-attributes=\"[{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;data-cmtooltip&quot;, &quot;format&quot;:&quot;html&quot;}]\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">provider<\/span> (<span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> server) is protected.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3>VPN: A secure &ldquo;tunnel&rdquo; through the Internet<\/h3>\n<p>Usually, your <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Browser&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;A special computer program to display websites on the World Wide Web (WWW) or data and documents in general. The most important browsers used on the Internet are Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge and Apple Safari.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>browser<\/span> will directly contact the required web server when you visit a website or online shop. This will result in data, for instance your location, being transmitted directly. If you access a website via a <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Provider&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;This is the provider of access to the Internet, i.e. the organisation or company enabling users to connect their device to the Internet.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\" data-mobile-support=\"0\" data-gt-translate-attributes=\"[{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;data-cmtooltip&quot;, &quot;format&quot;:&quot;html&quot;}]\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">provider<\/span>, it will be interposed in all communications. Your <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Browser&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;A special computer program to display websites on the World Wide Web (WWW) or data and documents in general. The most important browsers used on the Internet are Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge and Apple Safari.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>browser<\/span> therefore first connects to your <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Provider&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;This is the provider of access to the Internet, i.e. the organisation or company enabling users to connect their device to the Internet.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\" data-mobile-support=\"0\" data-gt-translate-attributes=\"[{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;data-cmtooltip&quot;, &quot;format&quot;:&quot;html&quot;}]\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">provider<\/span> via an encrypted connection, which will then contact the website requested. Please note however that a connection between your <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Provider&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;This is the provider of access to the Internet, i.e. the organisation or company enabling users to connect their device to the Internet.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\" data-mobile-support=\"0\" data-gt-translate-attributes=\"[{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;data-cmtooltip&quot;, &quot;format&quot;:&quot;html&quot;}]\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">provider<\/span> and a website might still remain unprotected under certain circumstances.<\/p>\n<p>A <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> should not be mistaken for an &ldquo;https&rdquo; connection. Unlike a <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span>, &ldquo;https&rdquo; will only ensure that the communication between your <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Browser&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;A special computer program to display websites on the World Wide Web (WWW) or data and documents in general. The most important browsers used on the Internet are Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge and Apple Safari.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>browser<\/span> and the website you visit is encrypted. A <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> however encrypts all communications between your device and your <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> server, for instance your e-mail communications as well.<\/p>\n<p>A <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> can be integrated into the settings of each relevant device.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br>\n<\/p><div class=\"tabcontainer av-lo2mzpfn-3190d8aa782cc0c105038e0482e0da73 top_tab  avia-builder-el-3  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock \">\n<section class=\"av_tab_section av_tab_section av-lo2mutqn-02dd0666f49884c7b221de6193e734fa\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\"><div id=\"tab-id-1-tab\" class=\"tab active_tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\" data-fake-id=\"#tab-id-1\" aria-controls=\"tab-id-1-content\" itemprop=\"headline\"><span class=\"tab_icon avia-iconfont avia-font-entypo-fontello\" data-av_icon=\"&#59682;\" data-av_iconfont=\"entypo-fontello\"><\/span>Windows<\/div><div id=\"tab-id-1-content\" class=\"tab_content active_tab_content\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-id-1-tab\" aria-hidden=\"false\"><div class=\"tab_inner_content invers-color\" itemprop=\"text\"><p>In Windows 11, you can either directly integrate a <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> connection into your network settings (&ldquo;<span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> settings&rdquo;) or use the software offered by your <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Provider&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;This is the provider of access to the Internet, i.e. the organisation or company enabling users to connect their device to the Internet.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\" data-mobile-support=\"0\" data-gt-translate-attributes=\"[{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;data-cmtooltip&quot;, &quot;format&quot;:&quot;html&quot;}]\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">provider<\/span> for this purpose. In any case, you will need a <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Provider&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;This is the provider of access to the Internet, i.e. the organisation or company enabling users to connect their device to the Internet.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\" data-mobile-support=\"0\" data-gt-translate-attributes=\"[{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;data-cmtooltip&quot;, &quot;format&quot;:&quot;html&quot;}]\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">provider<\/span>, e.&nbsp;g.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/protonvpn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ProtonVPN (also have a free version)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nordvpn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NordVPN<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expressvpn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ExpressVPN<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"av_tab_section av_tab_section av-lo2mx9d5-1dbc210f0894977bffaf212794b53ba1\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\"><div id=\"tab-id-2-tab\" class=\"tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\" data-fake-id=\"#tab-id-2\" aria-controls=\"tab-id-2-content\" itemprop=\"headline\"><span class=\"tab_icon avia-iconfont avia-font-entypo-fontello\" data-av_icon=\"&#59680;\" data-av_iconfont=\"entypo-fontello\"><\/span>macOS<\/div><div id=\"tab-id-2-content\" class=\"tab_content\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-id-2-tab\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"tab_inner_content invers-color\" itemprop=\"text\"><p>In macOS, a <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> connection is integrated directly into your network settings once you have downloaded and installed the app. You can also use your <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> via software offered by providers. You will always need a <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Provider&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;This is the provider of access to the Internet, i.e. the organisation or company enabling users to connect their device to the Internet.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\" data-mobile-support=\"0\" data-gt-translate-attributes=\"[{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;data-cmtooltip&quot;, &quot;format&quot;:&quot;html&quot;}]\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">provider<\/span>, e.g.:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/protonvpn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ProtonVPN (also have a free version)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nordvpn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NordVPN<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expressvpn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ExpressVPN<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"av_tab_section av_tab_section av-lo2mznpe-d4bc8a08f6c7b601399bcca6c55effab\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\"><div id=\"tab-id-3-tab\" class=\"tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\" data-fake-id=\"#tab-id-3\" aria-controls=\"tab-id-3-content\" itemprop=\"headline\"><span class=\"tab_icon avia-iconfont avia-font-entypo-fontello\" data-av_icon=\"&#59564;\" data-av_iconfont=\"entypo-fontello\"><\/span>Smartphone and tablet<\/div><div id=\"tab-id-3-content\" class=\"tab_content\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-id-3-tab\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"tab_inner_content invers-color\" itemprop=\"text\"><p>On a smartphone or tablet, you will need to install and use the app offered by the <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Provider&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;This is the provider of access to the Internet, i.e. the organisation or company enabling users to connect their device to the Internet.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\" data-mobile-support=\"0\" data-gt-translate-attributes=\"[{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;data-cmtooltip&quot;, &quot;format&quot;:&quot;html&quot;}]\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">provider<\/span>, e.g.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/protonvpn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ProtonVPN (also have a free version)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nordvpn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NordVPN<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expressvpn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ExpressVPN<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><br>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section av-lo2n4mx9-caa92a59b8a8d1df61806ad95834d819 \" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\"><div class=\"avia_textblock\" itemprop=\"text\"><p><strong>A <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> can make sense in a variety of situations:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Working from home or remotely:<\/strong> If you work from home or any other place outside an office, a <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> ensures secure access to your organisation&rsquo;s network.<\/li>\n<li>P<strong>rivacy protection:<\/strong> <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> are also useful if you would like to protect your online activities from prying eyes. This way, you can stop criminals or organisations aiming to send you targeted adverts gaining access to your data to analyse your user behaviour.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Browsing on public <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;This is a cable-free, local network or a wireless network. This can also be called Wi-Fi.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>Wi-Fi<\/span> connections:<\/strong> Public <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;This is a cable-free, local network or a wireless network. This can also be called Wi-Fi.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>Wi-Fi<\/span> networks are frequently not sufficiently secure. If you use a <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span>, your data will be protected better on such networks, too.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Abroad:<\/strong> If you use a <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> abroad, you will benefit from increased anonymity. Despite your change in location, this will for instance enable you to watch TV programs back home without any limitations. In countries implementing severe Internet restrictions, a <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> will enable you to access Internet pages which would otherwise not be available. When planning any long-distance journeys you should note that VPNs are prohibited in some countries and that you could end up getting into trouble with their laws by unthinkingly using them. It is in countries censoring the Internet in particular that VPNs are prohibited.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Online shopping:<\/strong> If you would like to save money online shopping, a <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> could also come in useful. Due to your apparently different location, you will be able to access lower-priced offers in other countries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Please note that no <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> can offer 100% protection. It simply moves the target: Instead of data being read during transmission between your device and a website, they might now be read between a <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> server and a website. <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> providers themselves could theoretically also access your data.<\/p>\n<h3>How to find the right VPN provider?<\/h3>\n<p>The number of <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> providers is steadily increasing. Due to VPNs becoming ever more popular, new providers keep appearing on the market, so that it can be quite a challenge finding the right one for you. Amongst other things, a renowned and trustworthy <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Provider&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;This is the provider of access to the Internet, i.e. the organisation or company enabling users to connect their device to the Internet.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\" data-mobile-support=\"0\" data-gt-translate-attributes=\"[{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;data-cmtooltip&quot;, &quot;format&quot;:&quot;html&quot;}]\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">provider<\/span> offers strong encryption, does not keep any logs of your actions on the <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> and does not pass on any data.<\/p>\n<p><strong>You should therefore check the following when choosing a <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Provider&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;This is the provider of access to the Internet, i.e. the organisation or company enabling users to connect their device to the Internet.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\" data-mobile-support=\"0\" data-gt-translate-attributes=\"[{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;data-cmtooltip&quot;, &quot;format&quot;:&quot;html&quot;}]\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">provider<\/span>:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Provider&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;This is the provider of access to the Internet, i.e. the organisation or company enabling users to connect their device to the Internet.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\" data-mobile-support=\"0\" data-gt-translate-attributes=\"[{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;data-cmtooltip&quot;, &quot;format&quot;:&quot;html&quot;}]\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Provider<\/span> location:<\/strong> Consider where the <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Provider&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;This is the provider of access to the Internet, i.e. the organisation or company enabling users to connect their device to the Internet.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\" data-mobile-support=\"0\" data-gt-translate-attributes=\"[{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;data-cmtooltip&quot;, &quot;format&quot;:&quot;html&quot;}]\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">provider<\/span> has its registered office.&nbsp; Some countries have more stringent data protection laws than others. In countries such as Switzerland or Germany, your data are generally better protected.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reputation:<\/strong> Look for online reviews and consider both positive and negative ratings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Encryption and security protocols:<\/strong> Make sure your <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Provider&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;This is the provider of access to the Internet, i.e. the organisation or company enabling users to connect their device to the Internet.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\" data-mobile-support=\"0\" data-gt-translate-attributes=\"[{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;data-cmtooltip&quot;, &quot;format&quot;:&quot;html&quot;}]\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">provider<\/span> uses strong encryption (e. g. <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;This is a method for encrypting data. AES can for instance be used to encrypt transmissions inside a WLAN (WPA2, WPA3) network. This encrypts anything exchanged between the WLAN router and a device connected wirelessly.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>AES<\/span>-256, currently considered secure) and employs strong security protocols such as OpenVPN or IKEv2.<\/li>\n<li><strong>No logs (No-log policy):<\/strong> Select a <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Provider&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;This is the provider of access to the Internet, i.e. the organisation or company enabling users to connect their device to the Internet.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\" data-mobile-support=\"0\" data-gt-translate-attributes=\"[{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;data-cmtooltip&quot;, &quot;format&quot;:&quot;html&quot;}]\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">provider<\/span> with a strict no-log policy. This means a <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Provider&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;This is the provider of access to the Internet, i.e. the organisation or company enabling users to connect their device to the Internet.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\" data-mobile-support=\"0\" data-gt-translate-attributes=\"[{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;data-cmtooltip&quot;, &quot;format&quot;:&quot;html&quot;}]\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">provider<\/span> does not store any data in connection with your Internet activities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div class=\"flex_column av-m6h8ql-c004751311132d816cf5d6f87e1c52e4 av_one_fourth  avia-builder-el-5  el_after_av_three_fourth  avia-builder-el-last  flex_column_div  \"><section class=\"av_textblock_section av-lo2mnylh-298d76c93e60ec9182e57d34f0981be3 \" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\"><div class=\"avia_textblock\" itemprop=\"text\"><p><em>A <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\" data-mobile-support=\"0\" data-gt-translate-attributes=\"[{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;data-cmtooltip&quot;, &quot;format&quot;:&quot;html&quot;}]\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Virtual Private Network<\/span> (<span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span>) is an encrypted &ldquo;tunnel&rdquo; between your device and the <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Virtual Private Network (VPN)&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Designates a virtual private (self-contained) communications network. VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, for instance the Internet, to another (secured) one, for instance a company network, in a safe manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>VPN<\/span> <span class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Provider&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;This is the provider of access to the Internet, i.e. the organisation or company enabling users to connect their device to the Internet.&lt;\/div&gt;\n\" data-mobile-support=\"0\" data-gt-translate-attributes=\"[{&quot;attribute&quot;:&quot;data-cmtooltip&quot;, &quot;format&quot;:&quot;html&quot;}]\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">provider<\/span> via the Internet.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>VPNs are generally used to connect a device via an existing (unsecured) network, e.g. the Internet, with another (secured) network, e.g. your company network, in a secure manner. In the process, content is protected by way of encryption (end to end encryption) during transmission.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/main><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Internet takes away more and more of our privacy. Data disclosed by our browsing behaviour, e.\u00a0g. our search requests, are used by both organisations and crooks for their own ends, such as market analyses or criminal machinations. 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