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The Everyday Guide to VPNs: What They Are, Why They Matter, and How to Choose One

Posted on October 4, 2025September 21, 2025 by cynmackley

VPNs can be confusing! Let’s break it all down, step by step, so you know what a VPN is, why you might want one, and how to tell the difference between free and paid options.

Posted in Computer Terms, Security Help, UncategorizedTagged security, using the internet, virtual private network, VPN guide, vpnsLeave a comment

What is a VPN and why do you need one?

Posted on August 5, 2023July 27, 2023 by cynmackley

What is a VPN and why do you need one? We break it down.

Posted in Computer Terms, Cyn's Tech Tips, Security Help, Uncategorized, Using The InternetTagged free vpn, privacy, security, using the internet, virtual private network, VPNLeave a comment

Free VPNs and Where To Find Them

Posted on May 30, 2022May 20, 2022 by cynmackley
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Why you need a VPN and where to find a free one.

Posted in Computer Terms, Cyn's Tech Tips, Security Help, Using The InternetTagged free vpn, opera vpn, protonvpn, virtual private network, VPN2 Comments

Use this free VPN for security & privacy

Posted on December 3, 2019November 24, 2019 by cynmackley

Learn how to activate Opera's free VPN for ultimate privacy online.

Posted in Computer Terms, Cyn's Tech Tips, Security Help, Uncategorized, Using The InternetTagged enable opera vpn, free virtual private network, free vpn, opera, opera browser, turn vpn on in opera, virtual private network, VPNLeave a comment

Use A VPN To Browse Privately On Your Mac

Posted on May 9, 2017 by cynmackley

Learn how to use a VPN on your Mac for ultimate privacy and security online.

Posted in Mac OS, Security HelpTagged apple, mac, Nord VPN, osx, privacy, security, virtual private network, VPN1 Comment

Virtual Private Network Vs. Windows Private Network

Posted on February 7, 2017 by cynmackley

We break down the difference between a virtual private network and a Windows private network.

Posted in Computer Terms, Security HelpTagged privacy, privacyVPN, security, virtual private network, VPN, Windows private network2 Comments

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