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Virtual private network

A concept that can help you make safer digital choices.

  1. The useful idea

    A virtual private network (VPN) is an overlay network that uses network virtualization to extend a private network across a public network, such as the Internet, via the use of encryption and tunneling

  2. How it works

    In a VPN, a tunneling protocol is used to transfer network messages from one network host to another.

  3. Why it matters

    Host-to-network VPNs are commonly used by organizations to allow off-site users secure access to an office network over the Internet.

Use Virtual private network to recognize risk and choose the safer digital action.

Use Virtual private network to recognize risk and choose the safer digital action.

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A virtual private network (VPN) is an overlay network that uses network virtualization to extend a private network across a public network, such as the Internet, via the use of encryption and tunneling

EvergreenLast verified 2026-07-19

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