About Computers: Get Yourself a VPN: You Won't Regret It

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Computers From Paul Gil, your About Computers Editor Further to our newsletter last week: I refuse to trust public Wi-Fi networks. At the coffee shop, the airport, or the hotel, the only way I will browse online is through a virtual private network. VPN safety is the new black! 10 Reasons to Use a VPN for Private Web Browsing A virtual private network connection achieves two technical results: 1) a VPN cloaks and encrypts your signal, making your online activity completely illegible to any eavesdroppers, and 2) a VPN manipulates your IP address, making you appear to come from a different machine/location/country. While your VPN will slow down your connection speed by 25% - 50%, there are many good reasons to cloak your activities and change your IP address. Search Related Topics:  vpn  p2p  private browsing 7-inch Android Tablet for Just $149? Yes, ASUS has released a splendid new product named the 'MeMO'. This little device is not a shoddy play for downmarket sales. The ASUS MeMO is surprisingly high-end for its price. An excellent display and camera and a mid-end processor make this an excellent option for a budget tablet. About.com reviews the MeMO here... Search Related Topics:  tablet pcs  asus  android What Is a Gaming Router? If you are an FPS, real-time strategy, or MMO gamer, does it make sense to invest in a router specifically for gaming? Is there actual value in spending the money on such a device? The answer is yes. About.com explains more about gaming routers here... How Mobile Video Became the Next Big Thing More mobile options for online video are starting to pop up like daisies, and a lot of web savvy consumers are already hooked. Here's why 2013 will be the year of the mobile video trend. Search Related Topics:  mobile  video  streaming Related Searches VPN Web A Computers Speed Up My Computer Computers Computer Virtual VPN Featured Articles Pinterest = Personal Inspiration Collaborating Online: Using Humor to Inspire Group Work Skype Personal Numbers Pinterest Wants to Get Personal, Do You? Can Security Fixes Improve Your Computer's Performance? Google Launches Two Killer Devices   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Computers newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com   More Recommended Reading at About.com: The Best Free Online Alternatives to Popular Desktop Software Get a Short Domain Name: It's Easier for Your Customers Facebook Explains How Its News Feed Algorithm Works Advertisement