What is the difference between a Proxy and VPN Service?

A VPN provides security by encrypting your connection from your PC/device to the VPN Node. A Proxy doesn't provide encryption, therefore unauthorized 3rd parties can easily intercept your communication and access your private data, such as usernames/passwords, websites you visit and emails.
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Does your VPN protect me against malware, spyware, viruses?

No. Such protection requires traffic inspection on VPN servers using anti-malware/virus/etc...

How does it work?

A VPN, or virtual private network, creates a connection between your computer and one of our...

Things that can effect my test results when performing a speed test at www.speedtest.net ?

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General Troubleshooting

If you're having issues the first thing you should do is to reboot your router, modem and...

Why some countries are detected incorrectly?

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