A few words about VPN

Many folks have no idea just how nosey a place the internet is, although they’re starting to find out. Basically when you browse the internet, anyone that wants to eavesdrop on your activities can do so with a minimum of hassle. Up until recently, if you wanted your internet travels to be anonymous, you had to hire a consultant to install and configure a Virtual Private Network. 

What is a Virtual Private Network? Here’s the definition according to Webopedia:

Consumers use a private VPN service, also known as a VPN tunnel, to protect their online activity and identity. By using an anonymous VPN service, a user's Internet traffic and data remain encrypted, which prevents eavesdroppers from sniffing Internet activity.  A VPN service is especially useful when accessing public Wi-Fi hotspots because the public wireless services might not be secure. In addition to public Wi-Fi security, a private VPN service also provides consumers with uncensored Internet access and can help prevent data theft and unblock websites. 

Lucky for we consumers, VPN is now extremely easy to set up and inexpensive to use. For months we’ve been looking for a reliable solution for our use and that of our clients. After using Private Internet Access for 60 days we’re happy to give them our full endorsement. The service can be set up by you or your trusted Alive Solutions Consultant, in person or remotely. And it costs under $40 per year. You can get more information by following to our website http://www.alivenyc.com/affiliates/  and click on the Private Internet Access logo. 

While I wish the internet was safe and trustworthy, it is not. And although I don’t have anything to hide whilst I browse, I do take offense at the idea that someone is watching my activities, be it my provider or someone less scrupulous. This is an excellent solution to the problem, and as always we want to share it with you, our clients. 

David