Find out how to test your VPN, from checking for DNS leaks and WebRTC leaks to ensuring your VPN’s kill switch and split tunneling features are functioning properly.

Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson explains how a VPN — virtual private network — works and how running it can slow down the operation of your device.

A VPN lets you choose a server in Chicago instead, so you can access Netflix and any other US-based services. The first step is to register for the VPN service you like.

How to Use a VPN: Our Comprehensive Tutorial. The first thing to consider is the choice of the provider. As always, you want the simplest, yet, most effective one to cover all your needs.

Before diving in, let’s quickly recap how a regular VPN connection works. Here’s what happens when you connect to a VPN server: The VPN encrypts your data using an encryption algorithm.

Hola VPN is one of the most controversial VPN Chrome extensions. The service works as a peer-to-peer VPN, which means that other users can surf via your connection — a huge potential security risk.