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Old 05-24-2014, 06:07 PM   #1
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ssh or VPN/VPS

Hello friends

I've always use ssh to encrypt traffic from my web browser via a ssh tunnel.

I know very little of VPNs and VPS. Is there any difference between using a ssh tunnel or a VPN/VPS service? Thanks
 
Old 05-24-2014, 07:46 PM   #2
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This is a good comparison: http://www.howtogeek.com/118145/vpn-...s-more-secure/
 
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Old 05-24-2014, 08:07 PM   #3
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That article was very helpful. Thanks

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