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Just so that we're all talking from the same page, are you wanting to set up your own VPN on a server, or are you wanting to connect to someone else's VPN that already exists?
Just so that we're all talking from the same page, are you wanting to set up your own VPN on a server, or are you wanting to connect to someone else's VPN that already exists?
Good question, the answer is use one that already exists.
Now I may be under a misconception here, does it help to provide a anonymity? Is ita good to twhart hacking? I'm thinking of financial transactions for one. I guess the VPN provider can see everything anyway?
not really. But it again depends on what do you mean by everything.
VPN is used to connect 2 PCs to each other and the network traffic between them will be protected. (usually a client like you and the host of the VPN provider). But if you want to go further (to your bank for example) the line will not be protected (by your VPN). But in such cases the software of the bank should be secure enough to protect the communication.
But if you need more/other information do not hesitate, ask.
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Most VPN providers will let you know what services they provide and, also, tend to provide instructions or applications for you to connect to their VPN.
I use one myself but have an open question asking about the risks of using it all the time.
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