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Step by step guide to using Virtual Private Network (VPN) in IOS, Android, Windows PC, Tablet

Step by step guide to using Virtual Private Network (VPN) in IOS, Android, Windows PC, Tablet

Virtual Private Network (VPN) allows creating a secure connection over the internet to another network. It improves privacy and security by preventing being tracked and hiding personal location details. It also helps us to access restricted region websites and shield browsing activity in public Wi-Fi. So, VPN is very important to use while surfing in networks.

Virtual Private Network can be set up in IOS, Android, Windows PC, and Tablet. One of the easiest ways to use a VPN is to download a VPN app. After downloading and installing the app we need to sign up and it is ready to use.

Some of the high rated VPN apps:

  • ExpressVPN
  •  Surfshark
  • CyberGhost
  • NordVPN

We are also able to secure our network by using a VPN by manual process. To use VPN manually follow the steps below: –

Steps to use Virtual Private Network (VPN) manually: –

#VPN For Android
  1. Select Setting option  in android device
  2. Select Wireless & Network then select VPN
  3. Tap the ‘+’ button
  4. Type required info from VPN provider then select save to finish the process
#VPN For Windows
  1. Go to the Setting option of your Windows device
  2. Select Network Settings then select VPN
  3. Click on Add VPN Connection option
  4. Enter the info from the VPN provider
  5. Select Windows from the dropdown menu then select the required VPN connection option in the VPN type menu
  6. Click Save
  7. Select the newly added VPN connection from the list and select the Connect button.
#VPN For iOS
  1. Go to the Setting option of your iOS device
  2. The select general then tap Add VPN Configuration
  3. In Type option, Select the required VPN connection option.
  4. Enter required info from your VPN provider
  5. Click Done then enable the status option.
#VPN For MacOS
  1. Go to the Setting option of your macOS device
  2. Go to Apple menu then System Preference
  3. Click Network option then select ‘+’ icon
  4. Select VPN option from the dropdown menu
  5. Tap on the type of VPN option you want to connect.
  6. Provide VPN a name then click create
  7. Type service address and account name
  8. Select Authentication Settings and give the required information
  9. Click Ok then Connect.

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