I used ExpressVPN to demonstrate how to connect to a virtual private network, which encrypts your online activity and masks your IP address so you can’t be tracked online.
You can find the VPNs mentioned in this video linked below
ExpressVPN
NordVPN Standard – 1-Year
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0:00 Intro
0:24 Install a VPN
0:35 ExpressVPN
1:02 Select a VPN Server
1:15 Conneting to a VPN
1:41 VPN Kill Switch
2:00 Accessing Region Locked Content
2:27 VPNs for Gaming
2:36 VPNs on Multiple Devices
2:47 VPN Browser Extensions
2:59 Advanced Protection and Privacy Features
3:16 Protocol Settings
3:32 Specialty Servers
4:34 VPN Pricing
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@Mahdiazizi-n4z
October 11, 2025 at 10:09 am
🎉😢
@zulubob5824
October 11, 2025 at 10:09 am
Needed info!
@jytan740
October 11, 2025 at 10:16 am
ppl mainly use vpn to bypass certain isp blocking
@barrydraper
October 11, 2025 at 10:20 am
I switched to ExpressVPN about 3 years ago. NO Regrets! It’s exceptional.
@panagiotismatziounis4778
October 11, 2025 at 10:25 am
In Egypt , when connected to a VPN , you have zero internet. Provider cuts off internet. Is there any way around this ?
@Aragorn7884
October 11, 2025 at 11:47 am
Tor maybe 🤷
@timtampa
October 12, 2025 at 10:31 am
Maybe try secure SSH or different VPN protocols on a different port?
@likemike23
October 11, 2025 at 10:36 am
I utilize VPN Unlimited by KeepSolid via Lifetime subscription service in FL, US by IKe2 encrypted connection. Sometimes, before the application releases an update, it acts up for me with disconnection 😢 But it’s still worth it for me on all my devices except my TVs, for streaming content is limited . I am able to bypass certain channels by switching my local streaming VPN: a hassle & a blessing 😂🙏🏼
@Aragorn7884
October 11, 2025 at 11:47 am
Opera and Tor?
@krishnansrinivasan830
October 11, 2025 at 12:29 pm
Awesome & Thanks 🙂
@hotdavesweet
October 11, 2025 at 1:55 pm
Thank u, I already have VPH…I mean VPN
@Marco-ce8kr
October 11, 2025 at 8:14 pm
What do I have to install in my iphone: the extension or just download the VPN or is there another option?
@CNET
October 12, 2025 at 1:01 am
You can download a VPN app on your phone. Check the links in the description for recommended VPNS
@timtampa
October 12, 2025 at 10:32 am
You can install a number of different VPN service applications on your phone. However, just remember that an iPhone does not allow split tunneling so it’s all or nothing. For example, on a computer or Android phone you can selectively allow certain apps or websites to function around the VPN while securing other websites or apps through the VPN. This is useful as some store apps do not allow you to use a VPN and will actually block services, so on the iPhone you will be constantly turning the VPN off and on to use certain services.
@Who_Said_Its_Animal
October 11, 2025 at 8:40 pm
the Jude own 8 VPN companies so privatish 😂
@felixlersha
October 11, 2025 at 10:26 pm
Using a VPN to access geo locked video content sounds great in theory but so many sites like streaming services automatically block you if they identify you are a using a VPN IP.
@timtampa
October 12, 2025 at 10:30 am
A surprisingly thorough VPN video, even from CNET who has lost their magic over the years.
Two areas of improvement:
Don’t don’t show private IP addresses when referring to public ones.
Mention how a home router could be used as a VPN client, or even a VPN server to connect to if you’re somewhere such as a public Wi-Fi connection and want to be more private.
@CHRIS-ELID
October 12, 2025 at 4:00 pm
Or use Qubes OS