need info about VPN

[The Hero of Time]

Hey guys, I dont know a lot about vpns, and i know torrenting is illegal. now i dont give a flying fuck because the chances of getting caught are so so so slim, ( i live in the netherlands ) but i need to convince my mom that it is safe to use a vpn, any suggestions?

[Freak]

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[The Hero of Time]

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lmao i did that, but i got multiple answers, so idk

[snaes]

Why do you need it?

 

While both a Proxy and VPN service will re-route your internet traffic and change your IP, they function slightly differently.

Think of a Proxy as a Web Filter. The proxy settings are applied to your internet browser whether you're using MSIE, Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Etc. When browsing the internet through a proxy server, all benefits with that server are used, for example, (Security, Speed, and Geographic Location). The proxy will only secure traffic via the internet browser using the proxy server settings.

 

Unlike a Proxy, a VPN service provider(Virtual Private Network) encrypts all of your traffic, replacing your ISP and routing ALL traffic through the VPN server, including all programs and applications. This also will use all benefits of the VPN server such as (Speed, Geopgraphic Location, and Security). The VPN can be easily connected or disconnected with the click of a button.

 

In conclusion, a proxy server is completely browser based, and is not as compatible with certain web pages that use non-browser technology such as: Comedy Central,Zatoo, Fox OD, and Sky Player. However, a VPN will work with ALL internet based services, but will offer less choice on which applications will get run through your ISP, as with the VPN, everything is routed through that server when connected.

 

Edited April 13, 2014 by snaes