{"id":148822,"date":"2024-01-11T14:15:57","date_gmt":"2024-01-11T14:15:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/?page_id=148822"},"modified":"2024-11-19T13:51:04","modified_gmt":"2024-11-19T13:51:04","slug":"how-does-a-vpn-work","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/vpn\/how-does-a-vpn-work","title":{"rendered":"How Does a VPN Work? A Complete Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"
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How does a VPN work<\/strong>? With common online threats like data breaches, hacks, and tracking, it’s important to know what tools can keep you safe and what the mechanisms behind them are. A VPN can help you protect your personal data, stay anonymous online, and defend your family and business against cyber threats.<\/p>\n In this guide, I’ll break down how VPNs work in simple terms, explain the key technologies they use, and help you choose the right VPN for your needs!<\/p>\n