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Difference Proxy vs VPN

The purpose of using both VPN and proxy servers is to conceal the users identity, or to spoof a certain geo-location (so for example geo-locked services such as many TV streaming websites may be watched outside their country of origin). Many VPN Providers, in addition to offering VPN also provide some kind of proxy service, and there are also many public proxy servers which can be used for free. So the question for many people is ‘what is the difference between a proxy and VPN?’, and perhaps even more importantly, ‘do I need to use VPN or will a cheaper / free proxy suit my needs?’. Although performing a similar function, the actual processes involved are very different, and therefore have very different consequences. The subject is further complicated by the fact that there are a number of different types of proxy services available. Proxy Servers A proxy (technically an open proxy) server is a computer that acts as an intermediary between your computer and the internet.

How - To Setup VPN

openVPN   (Recommended)                  PPTP VPN How to set up OpenVPN on Windows 7           How to set up PPTP VPN on Windows 7 How to set up OpenVPN on Windows XP       How to set up PPTP VPN on iPad How to set up OpenVPN on Mac OS X            How to set up PPTP VPN on Android How to set up OpenVPN on Ubuntu How to set up OpenVPN on iPad How to set up OpenVPN on Android More setup guides coming soon...

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