VPN, a network that is created by using internet to connect to a
private network, such as company's internal network. It is a method to add
security and privacy to public networks, like Wifi, Hotspot and the internet.
It is most used by the corporations to safeguard the sensitive data. Use of VPN
is increasing day by day as most of the businesses are conducted online these
days, as compared to face-to-face interactions.
As we know that VPN is designed for security purpose, it provides
an encrypted tunnel to transmit the data between the remote user and the
company network. Encryption is an important component of secure VPN. The first
step to security basically incorporates a firewall between the client and the
host server, requiring the remote user to establish an authenticated connection
with the firewall.
People are installing VPN to secure their connection but they
might still have doubt about how safe are their connection. Or, if they can
trust their VPN solution providers?
Though, the fact is that not all service providers are worth your trust, but it
is essential to have some trust in them.
To be able to gain a complete trust on your VPN service, do your
homework properly. We mean that this should go without saying, but you should
never sign-up for a VPN service without having a look at their privacy policy
and terms of service. With free VPN
providers, do as much research as possible. Here are some guidelines to select
trustworthy VPN service providers:
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GOOGLE THEIR NAME AND 'LOGGING' IN THE SAME QUERY- Not all service
providers are privacy minded. They will provide you the services to keep you
safe online, but you cannot expect them to provide you the privacy as well.
Hence, find those companies which have their
sites talking about your privacy as much as they talk about your security.
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DON'T BE AFRAID TO ASK OUTRIGHT- Don't spend your money on
something that you are not sure about getting. If you have certain queries,
contact directly with the company before signing up for their services.
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PAY ATTENTION TO TECHNOLOGY- When you are looking for VPN solution
providers, remain sure that you choose the ones that are above board with the
level of encryption they offer, the security features that they provide, and
are open about who's reviewed them and the press they've gotten. Also, double
check those reviews before getting sure about them.
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DON'T FALL FOR THE GEOGRAPHY TRAP- Some people think that choosing
VPN providers outside their country is privacy friendly. Beware, this could be
just an assumption. It is false sense of security to believe that the foreign
VPN provider is immune to your laws. So, it is not to fall for the geography
trap while choosing VPN service.
So, the best way to get that level of trust on your VPN connection
is by doing your homework, verying the promises and services made by the
service provider are legit, and then take additional steps to protect yourself
even if they're not, or they fail you somehow.
