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Basics Feb 3, 2016 · 5 min read

What Is a VPN, and Why Do You Need One?

New to VPNs? A plain-English introduction to what a VPN actually does, how the encrypted tunnel protects you, and why "Privacy is Freedom" is more than a slogan.

A VPN — Virtual Private Network — creates an encrypted tunnel between your device and the internet. Everything you send and receive travels inside that tunnel, so the networks in between see only scrambled data.

What it hides

Your ISP can no longer log the sites you visit. Public WiFi operators cannot capture your logins. Advertisers and trackers see a shared VPN IP address instead of your real one, and your physical location stays private.

What to look for

Strong 256-bit OpenVPN encryption, no bandwidth limits, a large choice of server locations, and a company with a clear no-logs stance. SlickVPN checks every box — and adds HYDRA for an extra layer nobody else offers.

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