WHAT IS VPN AND HOW IT WORKS?
"VPN" is a common term, especially in the context of remote teams, but do you know what it means? VPN is the acronym for Virtual Private Network. As the name suggests, a VPN creates a virtual space that you can operate in when you are online. But what are the real benefits? What is a VPN for? VPNs have many advantages for Internet users, whether at home or in the office: Remote access A VPN allows you to integrate certain devices into a private network with remote access, which is ideal for telecommuters. This allows your team members to stay connected safely, even if they are geographically far away. Reinforced security If you use Wi-Fi hotspots to connect, on the train on your way to work or in a coffee shop, for example, a VPN can protect your data. Public Wi-Fi can be handy, but it's not as secure as your internet connection at home or at work. By creating a VPN tunnel (imagine a protective envelope around your data), even if your Wi ‑ Fi connection is com...