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Originally Posted by scottmandue View Post
I am a computer tech but my job focuses more on hardware and keeping ancient computers running with bubble gum and bailing wire.

We got high speed internet a few months ago at home and a few people (and a few websites) are suggesting I set up a VPN.

A quick search and it appears this is a service you have to pay for?

I get that a VPN makes out internet connection super safe, but for a casual home user is it really necessary?

TIA
This thread has turned into a game of telephone.

Redbeard for the win

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If you asked if you need a firewall, then yes. VPN for a home user? No.
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