OpenVPN is an open source connection protocol used to facilitate a secure tunnel between two points in a network. In layman’s terms, this means OpenVPN is a trusted technology used by many Virtual Private Networks, or VPNs, to make sure any data sent over the internet is encrypted and private. As we provide more details […]
Frequent Asked Questions About VPNs
What is WireGuard? Basic Explnation of a New VPN Protocol
Wireguard is a relatively new VPN connection protocol that has been developed to be faster, simpler and easier to implement than older VPN protocols such as OpenVPN and IPsec. It was initially developed for Linux but has been adapted for all major platforms and remains an open-source project. To be clear: Wireguard is not a […]
8 Common VPN Myths & Misconceptions (EXPLAINED!)
There’s a lot of misinformation in regards to online security using virtual private network, or “VPN” for short. I’ve received numerous emails over the years from people whose questions reveal a confusion or fundamental misunderstanding about online privacy and internet security. What is true and what are just VPN myths? Below, I’d like to share […]
Top VPN Protocols Explained (and which you should use in 2020)
What are VPN protocols and what is the difference between them? The various connection types tend to be confusing to most people, especially since most of them are acronyms that have no meaning by themselves. In this guide, I’d like to explain the different VPN protocols available, help you understand which you should use, and […]
Free VPN vs Paid VPN – Which is Better & More Secure
Should I use a free VPN or a paid VPN? Or perhaps a better way to phrase the question: why should I pay for a VPN when there are free options available? It’s a common question, and I’d like to spend some time giving you a thorough answer. These differences between a free VPN vs […]
What is Split Tunneling? (and is it a secure way to use a VPN?)
Split Tunneling is a VPN feature that allows users to direct a portion of their internet traffic through an encrypted virtual private network while leaving the rest to be routed through a separate tunnel on the open network. It’s an advanced feature with specific uses that we’ll cover in detail here. By default, a VPN […]