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Just set up my first VPN and now I'm questioning everything
I finally got around to setting up a VPN after a friend's scary phishing story, and it was surprisingly straightforward. On one side, I've read that VPNs are crucial for encrypting data on public networks, almost like digital seatbelts. But then some techies argue it's unnecessary overhead for casual browsing if you stick to secure sites. I'm stuck because my streaming speed took a hit, lol. So, what's your take on VPNs for average users?
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fisher.dylan1h ago
A speed drop on streaming already? Cheaper VPN services frequently throttle bandwidth, especially during evening binge sessions. For typical browsing on secure websites, a VPN adds unnecessary latency. Public networks, like airport Wi-Fi, are where encryption actually matters. The performance cost for privacy isn't worth it if you're just watching Netflix at home. Try switching to a less congested server location to mitigate the slowdown.
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