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polecat
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Should you use the VPN all the time y or n

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FuzzyLogic
Community Power User
Community Power User

It's complicated but the quick answer, for me, is no.

 

Do I need a VPN at home? | NortonLifeLock

You Probably Don't Need a VPN (vice.com)

Is a VPN really worth it? | Tom's Guide (tomsguide.com)

 

Not all VPN services are created equal and some will significantly slow your internet connection. The only time I've used VPN is when it's required to work remotely.

 


Just a long time customer hoping to help.

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Nighthawk
Community Power User
Community Power User

I find any VPN I use always restricts the speed of my connection. I'm on gigabit fibre and most VPN servers I've tried only offer a fraction of the speed. If I'm travelling and using hotel or public wifi, I'm definitely using a VPN then.


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FuzzyLogic
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Community Power User

It's complicated but the quick answer, for me, is no.

 

Do I need a VPN at home? | NortonLifeLock

You Probably Don't Need a VPN (vice.com)

Is a VPN really worth it? | Tom's Guide (tomsguide.com)

 

Not all VPN services are created equal and some will significantly slow your internet connection. The only time I've used VPN is when it's required to work remotely.

 


Just a long time customer hoping to help.

@FuzzyLogic @Nighthawk  Thanks guys we are not heavy users of the internet mail pay monthly bills the odd order. Will use the vpn when doing payments and money transfers etc and a download if need be 

NFtoBC
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Community Power User

No need to use VPN for those. Your connection at home between your computer and Telus is secure.

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CPU Alum
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At home or cellular I generally don't.

 

I use a VPN

  • when I'm on public wifi... unless it's super slow.
  • when I'm region switching to catch up on CW shows I forget to record.