#30SecTech: What Is a VPN?

There’s a good reason hackers love free public Wi-Fi. It’s because they can easily access information on unsecured Wi-Fi networks. So when you’re in a coffee shop or an airport checking your emails or paying bills while on public Wi-Fi, you could be letting cybercriminals spy on your sensitive and personal information.

VPNs, or virtual private networks, like Norton WiFi Privacy can turn those public Wi-Fi hotspots into secured private connections. Watch this short (30 seconds!) video to see how a VPN could give you a new sense of security on Wi-Fi.

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Want to know more about the dangers of using public Wi-Fi, and how to protect your private information on public hotspots? Read these blogs to learn even more tips about staying safe on public Wi-Fi.

The Dos and Don’ts of Using Public Wi-Fi

The Risks of Public Wi-Fi

What Is a VPN? And Why You Should Use a VPN on Public Wi-Fi

Your Summer Vacation Guide to Mobile Device and Public Wi-Fi Security

Why Hackers Love Public Wi-Fi

How to Avoid Public Wi-Fi Woes on a Business Trip

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