Online threats are everywhere. Not only do we have to contend with spam, phishing scams, malicious social media links, and more on a daily basis, but we also have to push back against widespread surveillance and monitoring: the collection of your data and records of your activities by online services, your internet service provider (ISP), governments, and cybercriminals.
If you’re concerned about protecting yourself online, you may want to consider using a virtual private network (VPN) or a proxy server. With the right tools, you can shield yourself from prying eyes and safeguard your data from unwanted surveillance and monitoring.
These technologies can help protect your privacy, but there are significant differences between VPNs and proxies that you should know — including why the average person should opt for a VPN over a proxy server to protect their security and personal privacy.
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