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PPTP is one of the oldest VPN protocols still in use today. Although you can still configure a PPTP-based VPN on some older devices and on Windows 10 and 11, PPTP is widely regarded as outdated, insecure, and unreliable, so much so that most VPN providers have dropped support for it. This guide explains what Read more

SoftEther is a newer VPN technology that’s been getting a lot of attention for being fast and reliable under any network condition. In this guide, we’ll break down what makes SoftEther special and how it stacks up against the classic VPN protocols you already know. What Is SoftEther VPN? SoftEther (Software Ethernet) VPN is a Read more

VPNs protect your internet traffic by routing it through an encrypted tunnel. There are two main ways this tunneling works: full tunnel and split tunnel. Each approach has trade-offs in security and performance, and knowing the difference makes it easy to choose the right setup. In this guide, we explain how both approaches work, outline Read more

Satellite internet offers connectivity in remote locations where ground-based connections may not be available, allowing you to stay connected while living in or traveling far away from population centers. It’s different from ground-based internet in many respects, though, so it’s important to understand how it works before deciding if it’s right for you. This guide Read more

You may not realize it, but you use port 443 every day. Anytime you access your banking app, check your credit score, or browse social media, port 443 is at work. That’s because it handles the bulk of the securely encrypted HTTPS traffic that travels across the internet.  Read on to learn about the significant Read more