An introduction to Virtual Private Network (VPN)

You have often seen people using VPNs while using the internet, especially when they are using an unknown network. But what is this VPN? If you have the same question in mind, then this guide can be beneficial for you. With the rise in cybercrime, it has become important to use a VPN whenever you are using an unknown network. 

In the below section, we have discussed VPN and its types. Along with that, we have also highlighted the benefits that you get if you will use VPN. Let us start by understanding VPN first.

A VPN (a virtual private network) is a service that forms a secure, encrypted online connection over the internet. If you want some more privacy, security, and especially anonymity over the internet, then a VPN can provide you with that. 

According to many technical experts, a VPN can save you from various cyberattacks, most notably from data and identity theft. You can use a VPN to secure your network so that no hackers can infringe on your network. 

In this section, we have listed below the types of VPNs. 

1. SSL VPN

It is a virtual private network (VPN) that is created using the Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) protocol so that the user gets a secure and encrypted connection over a less-secure network. SSL VPN is highly used in the corporate world to provide a secure and safe network to their employees. 

2. Client-to-Server VPN

In a Client-to-Server VPN connection, the clients from the internet can connect easily to the service to access the corporate network or LAN. It is somewhat like you are using an extension cable on your home computer with the company. The public majorly uses a Client-to-Server VPN.

3. Site-to-site VPN

The connection between two or more networks, for example, the branch office network and a corporate network, is generally known as Site-to-site VPN. At present, various organizations use Site-to-site VPN to get the grip of the internet so that they can get the connection of private traffic.

Now when you know about VPNs and their types, let us explain the benefits you get if you use VPN.

• You can hide your IP address and also your browsing history.
• You can avoid the geo-blocking and censorship.
• You can also prevent the advertisement from targeting you.
• You will get a more secure connection that has encrypted data.
• It masks your IP address and makes you less identifiable.
• A VPN Makes it harder for advertisers and data brokers to track your online behavior.
• It can help you find better deals by appearing to browse from a different country.

A VPN is a safe and secure way of connecting your PC to any other system for internet connectivity. It hides the IP address and unblocks the sites that are not accessible at certain places.

In the end, we would say that technology is upgrading daily, and at present, it has become so advanced that it can harm you. We can see the rise of cybercrime around the world; therefore, we recommend that you use a VPN whenever you go online.