I hope not to say that again cause. A lot of people still think VPNs are unnecessary. Wonder why i think it’s something only one set of tech heads use?… Sorry to hurt anyone’s feelings who thinks that way. If you care to know, I’ll be sharing some extra uses of Virtual private networks as the names imply.
Cause the truth is, knowing where we’ve all come from the apps we’ve used, the limitations we’ve worked through . I’ve tried few VPNs and configured them to work on my gadgets. These VPNs have become not just useful, but essential in my daily digital activities.
Some Misconceptions have stood long about What VPNs Actually Do:
I intend to clear that up. I intend to clear the idea concerning usage of a virtual private network(Vpn). It should be linked to any digital device used for work. Some consider these devices to still involve work or business. But operating a remote company like AdT from the comfort of my office has shown me many uses and benefits. Setting up in my tiny apartment has demonstrated these advantages clearly. I’ve had to ensure having these benefits for the longest time.
A Virtual Private Network (VPN) provides more than just a sneaky tunnel for bypassing geographical blockages. It allows access to websites and apps running online. It also enables streaming shows live or early.
VPN is an important privacy tool and a network access bridge. To some techies and developers, it’s more like a digital passport for entry into remote areas or regions. Of course, this also requires monthly or yearly renewals.
I’m trying to paint a picture here:
You’re trying to access your bank account from a different region. The bank has a basic SSL encryption on its site if this sounds safe, then you’re in for another ride. Take this from me, any open network or unknown Wi-Fi can lead to digital session leaks. It can expose a computer or phone’s internet protocol (IP). Sometimes, this exposure cause denial of access. All this happens with the system being accessed and detecting “unrecognized location.”
Imagine click opening Windscribe or any free VPN just to reroute your traffic through a local node. Boom. Problem solved. I havent mentioned Express. With much features not less than the nord i’m using at the moment tho. With the Nord and Express i’ve confirmed No identity issues, no blocked access. Just business as usual.
It’s Bigger Than Just One individual:
Access to information is a human right, but the digital world doesn’t always play fair.
Some Sites are able to operate by being region locked.
Censorship of certain knowledge and services to function only in certain areas and regions. To some, and I mean many, it’s not completely acceptable. Of course, the world is one place. We are all humans and in my thoughts we should have access to the world, whether online or offline.
A VPN doesn’t just help you get around that it enables free thought. For many artists and creators, your ability to think clearly is crucial. Being open to communicating critically with other humans means you’re in the right space of mind.
What it unlocks?
In times of researching sensitive topics? reading international perspectives, or exploring knowledge that’s firewalled in regions with what ever knowledge one wishes to gain. This is information for readers willing to learn. By scrolling to find the key info in this article, know that VPNs give you access.
Yes, It’s Legal and Ethical:
Using a VPN is legal in almost all the countries in the world. The matter at hand is reaching out to know about it. It is important to learn to explore its usage in a context that benefits your community. How you use it.
VPN usage simply protect your business or company data. VPNs ensure encrypted access, and allowing access to reach services while navigating, can’t say less but that it’s smart.
And let’s be honest, a lot of exposure on public Wi Fi and unsecured mobile networks. People have connections and access to all this and those are the unethical acts.
Creating free Wi-Fi to be used for Phising or accessing randomly connected devices:
This article is a beware note for AdT readers:
Free Wi Fi Can Be a Trap. I know sometimes we all get in that state of mind where you wanna explore what you have access to. Maybe there is a free Wi Fi in the neighborhood. It is usually almost always on when you’re back from school or work in the evening.
Some days you’ll be having glitch on your phone or apps installing without notice:
You’re being phished and Here’s How ita happening. The ones I’ve had to reconfigure , discover and tried out through the research set up at AdT.
Knowing how the world works and how public Wi Fi can almost be found everywhere. Talk about airports to coffee shops, business places. Cause we know how staying connected can feel.
Knowing the convenience comes with a hidden danger: WiFi networks set up to steal informations and data.
How It Happens:
My research shows that hackers by creating free Wi Fi hotspot with a name that sounds familiar or trustworthy. I see why some networks are close to airports and some schools. One time I was in Ibadan, here in Nigeria, and I found CoffeeShop_Guest. I didn’t even know there were coffee shops in Nigeria.
Situation Like that, What happens when someone connects:
Return Phishing Pages Pop Up:
Some appear with fake screen, asking for email, socials, or some kind of credentials. Users without experience of this, unsuspecting of the situation, enter their info, not knowing it’s being captured.
That’s when the Snooping Begins:
If your device is set to auto connect, it can grant possible access to share files. Even info like passwords can be shared through such connections. It’s worse if this auto connection is active and connection is linked on the free Wi-Fi . As long as this situation are in place the.
Malware Drops:
Injection of malware and spywares into your system silently and swiftly. The auto connection allows the phone to gracefully injections and commands. Most of which come in the form of files. Most of these connections support long term access to files on a device through the WiFi connection.
There are things people should know and my job here at AdT is to let it known:
As for me and the few other developers who know better than to trust “Free Wi-Fi”. Sometimes we verify it. We still use our virtual private network to keep the connection safe and screened, i mean i do. Most times, I run it through the vpn. The network detects all recommended settings for any Wi-Fi connection coming to any of the devices i use. To anyone who’s trying to access me or any of the people linked to AdT, i pity you. The vpns gives boost to auto recommended settings that Turn on and off auto connect for Wi-Fi on anyone’s device. My research keeps coming back and back, advising to Use a VPN when connecting to any public network. Showing the encryption level it puts on the traffic coming to your device.
Update Data experience or should i say lack of update experience:
After my phone shut down for a whole day, another thing drew my attention. Due to lack of update receipt on the software. Who tells me to update and review my sysstem and apps of course. They all work together and with a little click click and updates from settings you would keep a lot out. On my phone it’s rare to find me without the latest apple iOS. Although my MacBook is 2017, running Ventura 13.4.1 now, which i just updated, knowing it’s impact.
Cybercriminals are getting smarter, but so can you. Free Wi Fi carries no harm, but in the wrong hands, it’s a phishing trap waiting to be triggered. Stay alert, protect your devices, and always double check before connecting to anything at all. Got any question for The editor? well lets get it.
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