Protect Your PC with a VPN
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When it comes to browsing the internet, a smartphone is a go-to device nowadays. But we can’t forget the reliable home computer. Everyone uses it, whether it’s the kids for their homework, chatting with their friends, or the parents shopping online or working. Despite the popularity of new laptops, the desktop PC is still popular with millions of people, especially those who work at home, so it makes sense to protect your PC while you’re using it. Despite all the anti-virus software out there, the one most important thing is to protect yourself while you’re online. And that’s where a VPN comes in.

Can’t KeepAway From Your PC?

We completely understand; we can’t either – we’re sitting in front of one while writing this and posting it online. It’s become part of our (and no doubt your) day-to-day life, and it’s essential for business, as is going online. There’s a heck of a lot to do online, from search engines and shopping to forums and streaming. And like the real world, there’s potentially a threat lurking around the corner. It’s essential to keep yourself safe whenever you’re online.

Addressing the Threat

Wherever you head to online, there’s always the potential of cybercrime, and it’s up to you to make sure you’re safe from it. For example, if you head to dodgy sites to buy stuff, you never know where your credit card details might end up. Likewise, if you’re browsing sites at work that you shouldn’t be, or you’re streaming something, your internet service provider will know what you’re up to. Then there are the tracking cookies from websites or big search engines like Google keeping tabs on which sites you’ve visited so they can target you with ads.

Whenever you’re browsing the web, your online identity is always exposed. Cybercriminals can find out your identity, get your data, and learn your browsing habits. When you’re using the internet from your PC daily, that’s the last thing you want. The best way to put that to the back of your mind is with a VPN that masks your online identity and keeps your details safe.

Your Very Own Online Hiding Place

With a VPN, you can benefit from ultimate online freedom, hiding your identity and online details from all those prying eyes. So, what’s a VPN exactly? It’s a virtual private network that you can activate before you head online. By toggling it on, you’ll be using that virtual network (which is private), and it’ll mask your IP address, location, and search history.  Websites, browsers, and companies won’t know where you’re going online from. The VPN will change your IP address, so it could look like you’re coming online from a different country – which is great if you want to visit sites that are geographically restricted.

It makes sense that when you’re looking for a VPN for PC, you want to get one from a top supplier. It’s essential to look out for what they can offer and make sure they tick all the security boxes. First of all, is the security aspect of it. Some VPN providers offer 256-bit encryption, which is military-grade level – so you know your details will be kept safe. Another thing we’d recommend is using a VPN that has a “kill switch.” We’re not just going gung-ho with military terminology; that is what it’s called. If the VPN network ever cuts and you fall back on to your own IP, the VPN will disconnect you. That way, none of your information will ever go online. Turn the VPN back on again and start enjoying privacy.

As well as keeping your information completely secure, VPNs also help you with other aspects of browsing the web. You might notice that when you’re on your PC, you can’t access specific sites or content isn’t available in your country. Well, not with a VPN. You can choose different servers via your VPN, so you could log in from America or Brazil, or many other locations around the world and bypass national geographic restrictions. If you’re trying to get more out of your Netflix, then a VPN will help with that.

If you want complete peace of mind the next time you use your PC, then a VPN is the way to go. Some security software might offer their own additional VPN as part of the package, but why go for an add-on when you can get the real deal? Get yourself a solid VPN that gives you the security you need, and you’ll never have to worry when using your PC again.

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Steve Ballmer
With over 7 years of experience in the IT industry, I have experience in IT support, helpdesk, sysadmin, network admin, and cloud computing. Certified in Microsoft Technologies (MCTS and MCSA) and also Cisco Certified Professional in Routing and Switching.