The ABCs of a VPN

Here's a typical definition:
A VPN, or Virtual Private Network, is a technology that allows you to set up a private, secure connection to another network, generally in another country.
Confusing, huh?

Here's what you need to know.

1. A VPN is an online, web-based program. You open up a personal VPN account online in a few minutes.
2. Before you go the Internet, you first log into your VPN account to “connect.”
3. A VPN picks up your Internet connection and gives you a new IP address and a "seemingly" new location.
4. Then you do what you normally do. Shop. Email. Bank. Blog. Chat.
5. It's that easy. And you're protected from identity thieves and prying eyes.

With your VPN account you’ll be totally under the radar, sending encrypted data, controlling what you get to see.