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A VPN (Virtual Private Network) is a type of network system that lives outside of the Internet. It also uses additional security and encryption measures in order to protect your data when surfing the web. VPNs are so important now whether you are a business owner or a casual browser, the information that you search should be private but when using the Internet that just isn’t the case unfortunately (1). Here are 5 main benefits to using a VPN:
One of the greatest benefits of using a VPN is that your identity remains anonymous along with your searches. It is far more beneficial and trustworthy than using the incognito mode which doesn’t entirely protect your data and identity.
VPNs generally speaking are surprisingly really affordable with many companies such as NordVPN or Surfshark offering long-term plans that work out at about £9.31 a month which is a small price to pay for complete privacy and security relief (1).
Certain places around the world will block or filter out specific pages on the internet depending on your location. This can be particularly frustrating if you need to access a source that is blocked in your country. As VPNs mask your location and provide you with anonymity, you will be able to bypass these restrictions.
VPN has a lot of benefits that increase your online safety and privacy. Using VPNs will encrypt things like your name, location, address and IP address from potential hackers that want to exploit your information for financial gain.
As VPN is a network system, it means that you are able to access it wherever you are at any time. This makes it particularly beneficial for business use where employees need to have access to a secure network in various locations. It is also especially useful during remote working which many of us are currently doing.
People are constantly searching for better ways to protect their private data on the internet and VPNs can do exactly that for you. Some of the key benefits that we have discussed in this blog are high security, improved performance and accessibility.
For more information on how to ensure that your business stays secure whilst remote working, get in touch with our friendly and experienced team by calling on 0121 289 4477 or email us at info@solutions4it.co.uk